How Can the Early History of Alternative Energy Inform Future Innovations?

Article from Martin Banks, Managing Editor at Modded

Understanding this history enables today’s innovators to view alternative energy as a continuation of long-standing ideas that were once limited by economic and technological constraints rather than vision.

The Evolution of Commercial Solar: Lessons from Discontinued Solar Brands

Article from | Bluewater Battery Logistics

As countries move toward decarbonization and grow the share of renewable energy in the total energy mix, the commercial solar panel sector has seen both meteoric rises and sudden declines among its most prominent brands.

Preventing Vermin Damage and Other Solar Hazards

Article from | Silfab Solar

Here’s a little-known fact about residential and commercial solar systems: wildlife damage is a real problem. Wildlife can affect system efficiency, lifespan, and create safety risks for both homeowners and business owners. The solution? Proactive prevention.

Scaling Laboratory Solar Cell Research with High-Purity Boron Nitride Crucibles

James Charles, Marketing Specialist | M-Kube Enterprise LLC

As laboratories move from proof-of-concept cells to reproducible high-efficiency prototypes, every component in the processing line must preserve purity, chemical stability, and reproducibility. This is where Boron Nitride (BN) Crucibles have become indispensable.

What’s Slowing Down Solar Deployment in Europe and How to Fix It

Article from | Hive Module

This paper analyzes this slowdown through a dual lens: first, the well-researched systemic barriers of market design, grid limitations, and policy friction & the critically under-examined operational and delivery bottlenecks within the industry's project execution model.

Why Compliance Documentation Matters in Electronic Recycling

Article from | ERI

Partner with the wrong ITAD and e-waste provider, and your business faces lawsuits and damage to your reputation. It’s beneficial to be very selective about who handles your e-waste.

Engineering the Future of Lubricants: From Plants to Performance

Petrit Sheshori, Raj Shah | Koehler Instrument Company

The global movement towards sustainability has put a spotlight on biolubricants as a great alternative to petroleum-based lubricants due to their ability to not harm the environment like petroleum-based lubricants do.

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How to Extend Solar Racking Lifespan With Smart Material Pairing

Article from Emily Newton, Revolutionized

Whether engineers use sacrificial anodes, hybrid materials or specialized coatings, these materials extend solar panel racking systems’ lifespans. This change has far-reaching implications on the renewable energy sector and related fields.

Battery storage projects surge as utilities prepare for next grid era in 2026

Article from Mary Scott Nabers, President and CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc.

The expansion of renewable energy and the urgent need for grid reliability in the face of climate-driven extremes are expected to intensify even further in 2026 and that will escalate the need for storage even more.

The Future of Lead, Lithium and Vanadium Energy Storage Unveiled at CES 2026

News from Stryten Energy

Stryten Energy highlights lead, lithium, and vanadium redox flow battery technologies designed for grid resilience and renewable energy integration. The tech-agnostic BESS solutions support data centers, manufacturing, and EV charging amid surging energy demand.

Hammond Power Solutions Appoints Xavier Biot as Vice President, Strategic Accounts

01/19/26, 08:00 AM | Energy Storage | Other Renewables | Hammond Power Solutions

Can U.S. Small Farms Manage PV+Storage with iHEMS? A Practical Guide

01/19/26, 06:56 AM | Solar Power | Energy Storage | Ktech Energy Co.,Ltd

U.S. small farms face rising energy costs, unstable grid access, and diverse power needs, making PV+storage systems a viable solution. However, intelligent management is key to maximizing benefits, and iHEMS (Intelligent Home/Energy Management Systems) serves as a centralized tool for this. It optimizes energy distribution by integrating data from PV panels, batteries, farm equipment, and weather forecasts, reducing waste and reliance on grid or diesel power. Real cases show iHEMS-equipped PV+storage cuts energy costs by 14-18% and shortens investment payback periods to 4-6 years. Supported by federal/state incentives and grants covering 25-50% of upfront costs, this setup is financially feasible. Easy to implement via needs assessment, scalable component selection, and user-friendly platforms, it helps small farms enhance operational resilience, lower emissions, and build sustainable businesses.

Floating Solar PV Market - Unlocking a USD 6.9 Billion Powerhouse by 2035

01/19/26, 06:56 AM | Solar Power

The floating solar PV market surpassed USD 6.9 billion in 2025 and is on track to reach USD 41 billion by 2035, reflecting strong momentum in global renewable energy adoption. Growing at an impressive pace through 2026-2035, the industry is benefiting from increasing demand for land-efficient solar solutions. Asia Pacific is expected to lead the market with a 52.4% share by 2035, driven by widespread reservoir-based solar projects, ambitious utility decarbonization goals, and limited land availability across the region.

AI in Energy Market Growth Driven by Renewable Integration

01/19/26, 06:56 AM | Other Renewables

The global AI in energy industry is growing rapidly, driven by rising renewable energy adoption, smart grid deployment, and demand forecasting needs. Valued at $5.4 billion in 2023, it is projected to reach $14.0 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 17.2%.

Kaman Announces New Air Gap Tool

01/16/26, 10:42 AM | Other Renewables

Simple, Accurate Measuring and Data Storage for Hydroelectric Turbines

MORNINGSTAR - ReadyEdge

The ReadyEdgeTM (RE-1) accessory is an intelligent system controlling and reporting device meant to make monitoring your solar energy system more transparent. Enabling access to LiveViewTM 2.0 and Morningstar Solar ConnectTM, ReadyEdge provides data from all compatible Morningstar devices in your system. It is designed to be paired with the three ReadyBlock options, up to six total, with the possibility to use multiple ReadyShunts and ReadyRelays. The ReadyEdge is compatible with select Morningstar products.

Terrasmart

(Fort Myers, Florida, United States of America)

Terrasmart, the renewable energy portfolio of Gibraltar (NASDAQ: ROCK), is a leading provider of solar racking technologies, electrical balance-of-system products, installation services, and project optimization software. Harnessing the combined strengths, technical expertise, and heritage of its four legacy brands, Terrasmart delivers a holistic project experience providing leading solar technologies and smart solutions across the project lifecycle to mitigate risks and amplify returns for solar projects of any size, type, and location. Serving the commercial, DG and utility sectors across North America, Terrasmart integrates products and solutions across the PV lifecycle to minimize risks and maximize returns. With over 24 GWs of solar deployed across 6,000 PV systems, Terrasmart creates unique value for more profitable solar on any terrain, anywhere in the U.S.