Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
US energy storage installations reach new quarterly record in Q2 with 5.6 GW
The utility-scale market led the way, setting a record with 4.9 GW installed in Q2, enough capacity to power 3.7 million American homes during average peak demand.
Recent Advances in Solar Cell Technology for Transportation Applications
VIPVs are seen as a viable environment- and nature-promoting transportation source, as solar energy is provided onboard, along with batteries, so that vehicles do not have to depend entirely on external charging resources.
INDJI Watch - Plan - Respond - Investigate
Our patented methodology of modeling threats against the wind farm’s complete assets has often given our customers 5-10 minutes earlier alerts for lightning.
Printed, Placed, Powered: Can Robotics Close the Gap in Flexible Solar Manufacturing?
This article takes a look at what flexible solar actually is, along with its challenges, and the technical steps needed to make it a practical reality.
Terrasmart Launches In-House Ground Screw Production for Solar Sites
The move is the latest in the company’s vertical integration strategy to strengthen supply chain resilience
Solar Under Storm III
The next chapter in designing hurricane-resilient PV systems in a world of increasing tropical storms. Solar Under Storm III is the next step forward to providing technical guidance to enhance solar system durability against Category 5 hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones.
Sodium-Ion Batteries for Personal Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Review of Performance, Cost, and Sustainability
Sodium-ion batteries offer a compelling alternative to lithium-ion batteries for personal electric vehicles and grid storage applications. Their key advantages include low cost, material abundance, and enhanced safety, particularly under extreme temperature conditions.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
Wasted wind and the UK's curtailment challenge - Why clean energy goes unused and how technology can help
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Every time turbines are switched off, revenue is lost, bills rise and carbon savings are wasted. For consumers, that means paying for energy that never reaches their homes — a frustration that grows as wind makes up more and more of the power mix.
EVE Energy Achieves World's First 400MWh Energy Storage Project with 628Ah Ultra-Large Cells
EVE Energy delivered and grid-connected 80 Mr.Giant energy storage systems and 40 integrated converter cabins within just one week, demonstrating exceptional project execution capabilities.
From backup to business-critical: The rise of battery packs in resilience planning
Over the past 12 months, and particularly in the aftermath of events like the Spain blackout, we’ve seen a shift. Battery systems are now being viewed less as a green box to tick and more as a core part of business continuity planning.
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
Comau's Hyperflex featured in IFR's "World Robotics 2025" report as a case study for the automation of EDP's solar park
The case study details the application of Comau's Hyperflex mobile robotic factory and MATE-XT wearable exoskeletons in automating the construction of a 3MW section within EDP's 122MW solar park in Peñaflor, Valladolid, Spain.
Energy Vault Holdings Secures Additional $50 Million to Support Energy Storage Growth Projects
Working capital facility is in addition to the previously announced $300 million preferred equity investment for "Asset Vault", enabling flexibility to address growth in demand for energy storage and AI data center buildouts
500MWh: EVE Energy and CommVOLT Signed Strategic Agreement to Boost Europe's Green Energy Transition
During the event, EVE signed a 500MWh strategic cooperation agreement with Polish smart PV system innovator CommVOLT Sp. z o.o. to jointly advance Europe's energy transition.
75% of Energy Professionals Report Workforce Shortages, AEE Warns
Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) survey found that 75% of energy professionals report staff shortages; experts warn AI retrofits are the only fast way to expand this capacity.
Solis Secures cTUVus Certification for Sixth-Generation Three-Phase Hybrid Inverters at RE+ 2025
The certified model, S6-EH3P(30-60)K04-NV-YD-H-US, has been independently verified to meet US and Canadian safety and quality standards. This achievement not only strengthens Solis's ability to expand in the commercial energy storage space but also provides a solid foundation for the company's future product development and quality assurance.
Alternative Energy - Featured Product
HPS EnduraCoilTM Cast Resin Medium Voltage Transformer
HPS EnduraCoil is a high-performance cast resin transformer designed for many demanding and diverse applications while minimizing both installation and maintenance costs. Coils are formed with mineral-filled epoxy, reinforced with fiberglass and cast to provide complete void-free resin impregnation throughout the entire insulation system. HPS EnduraCoil complies with the new NRCan 2019 and DOE 2016 efficiency regulations and is approved by both UL and CSA standards. It is also seismic qualified per IBC 2012/ASCE 7-10/CBC 2013. Cast resin transformers are self-extinguishing in the unlikely event of fire, environmentally friendly and offer greater resistance to short circuits. HPS also offers wide range of accessories for transformer protection and monitoring requirements.
Alternative Energy - Featured Company
Nature's Generator
Nature's Generator Inc., is one of the original North American solar generator brands. Established in 2015, with distribution facilities located in North America, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. Nature's Generator continues to design and develop industry leading whole home power solutions that are designed for easy home integration.
