Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Trina Storage Completes 5MWh Large Scale Fire Test Under Maximum Severity Conditions, Demonstrating System-Level Safety Performance
The test occurred under the full supervision of internationally recognized third-parties, including TÃœV Rheinland and a leading North American fire protection and life-safety engineering firm, Hiller.
Engineering the Future of Lubricants: From Plants to Performance
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.
Corban Commons Solar Project - 436kW Solis C&I Grid-tied Projects
For Corban Commons, the challenge was to secure a renewable energy solution that would provide long-term cost savings for its low-income senior residents without burdening the facility with initial capital expenditures.
Optimizing Tantalum Sheets for Sputtering Targets in Optical and Solar Applications
From advanced optics to next-generation solar cells, engineers across the United States are turning to high-quality tantalum sheets and tantalum plates to ensure durability and efficiency in demanding environments.
Small Modular Reactors and Microreactors: A Review of Safety, Economics, Regulation, and Environmental Impacts in Energy Transition
SMRs aim to replace traditional carbon-based fuels, aiming to reduce the negative environmental impacts that these fuels cause. This paper evaluates their safety, economics, regulatory frameworks, and environmental impacts based on recent articles and developments.
How UHPC Accelerated Research on Degradation Trends in LFP Cells: A Case Study with Eniko Zsoldos, PhD and Dalhousie University
Using ultra-high precision coulometry measurements and various other methods, Eniko and the team demonstrated that the commonly assumed robustness of LFP may not hold under certain operational windows.
Energy Storage Technology: A Vital Component of a Modern Power Grid
With enough energy storage on the grid, we will no longer have to size infrastructure to the highest peak. We can reduce system inefficiencies, improve utilization of assets, and lower the cost to the ratepayers.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
Lessons from COP30 - The critical role of grid stability in the energy transition
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As the world pushes to triple renewable power capacity by 2030, attention is shifting from adding generation to preparing grids for the change.
Beyond the Device: The Real Drivers of Industrial Mobility
Accessories don’t just complement rugged devices, they complete them. They turn durability into productivity, resilience into results, and hardware into workflow platforms.
Nextpower Opens Southeast Operations Hub and Doubles Manufacturing Capacity in Tennessee with Partner MSS Steel Tubes USA
Expanded capacity and regional presence strengthen U.S. supply chains and support increasing solar power demand across the Southeast
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
esVolta Bolsters Clean Energy in California with Computacenter via Black Walnut Energy Storage Project Partnership
Transaction builds on strong history of capital investments and strategic partnerships with leading investors to drive California's clean energy future.
7.4 MWp Retrofit Project Successfully Completed
The modules of the 7.4 MWp system, originally installed in 2010, were completely replaced and repositioned. Existing mounting profiles, generator junction boxes, and the AC-side installation were reused.
Hybrid Inverter vs Grid-tie Inverter: Core Selection Guide for Residential PV Systems
Choosing the right inverter is vital for residential solar systems, with hybrid and grid-tie models as top options. Grid-tie inverters convert DC to grid-compatible AC, feed excess power for net metering, and offer high efficiency (over 97%) at a lower cost. However, they shut down during grid outages, providing no backup. Hybrid inverters combine grid-tie functions with energy storage, enabling self-consumption, backup power during blackouts, and greater energy independence. Though more expensive upfront (needing extra batteries), they suit areas with frequent outages or high electricity rates. When selecting, consider grid reliability, energy needs, and budget: grid-tie is ideal for stable grids and net metering benefits, while hybrids excel for those prioritizing resilience and self-sufficiency, optimizing PV system performance and investment returns.
Natural Power appoints Head of Independent Engineering in North America
Global renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed Moe Mubarak as Head of Independent Engineering in North America. Moe will be leading Independent Engineering services to help clients navigate the technical, commercial, and regulatory challenges of the energy transition.
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Market Poised to Hit USD 45.42 Billion by 2033 as Hydrogen Mobility Gains Global Momentum
The Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Market (FCEV Market) is set to reach USD 45.42 billion by 2033, growing at a 36.7% CAGR, driven by hydrogen innovation, infrastructure expansion, and global zero-emission goals transforming clean mobility worldwide.
Alternative Energy - Featured Product
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.
Alternative Energy - Featured Company
Hammond Power Solutions
HPS is one of the largest manufacturer of dry-type transformers in North America. We engineer and manufacture a wide range of standard and custom transformers that are exported globally in electrical equipment and systems. We support solid industries such as oil and gas, mining, steel, waste and water treatment, commercial construction, data centers and wind power generation. HPS leads the industry in these markets through its technical design strength, breadth of product, and manufacturing capabilities, making HPS a stronger company both fundamentally and financially.
