Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Why Platinum Wire Is the Hidden Hero in Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Tech
In hydrogen systems, platinum does far more than sit in a catalyst layer. It serves as a current carrier, reaction initiator, electrode backbone, temperature monitor, and high-temperature conductor that keeps the entire electrochemical process stable.
2026 Top Business Risks for Renewable Energy Companies
Now in its 15th year, this annual business risk ranking by corporate insurer Allianz Commercial incorporates the views of 3,338 global risk management professionals on the main perils on their radar for the year ahead.
Effect of AI on Hydroelectricity Over the Past Three Years
Artificial intelligence is changing the field of hydroelectric power by improving forecasting, maintenance, and operational decision-making. This review collects research published between 2022 and 2025 on the use of data-driven methods in hydropower plants.
Critical Skills the Next Generation of Engineers Must Develop
Transitioning from hands-on engineering roles in the field to strategic leadership, I’ve learned that the importance of communication in making complex technical concepts easily understandable and actionable for teams is essential for building alignment and driving growth.
The Evolution of Commercial Solar: Lessons from Discontinued Solar Brands
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
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
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.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
Bad Charging Infrastructure: A Decade of Inequitable Deployment
We need to build better systems that make dedicated charging more affordable, reliable, and feasible for those who need it the most. We need to build for the reality that vehicles dwell for 95% of their lifetime. We need to build for a changing world.
How Can the Early History of Alternative Energy Inform Future Innovations?
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.
How to Extend Solar Racking Lifespan With Smart Material Pairing
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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.
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
Heliox, A Siemens Business, Highlights VersiCharge Blue™ 80A for Fleet and Commercial EV Charging
Powerful, Reliable Charging Solution Delivers Industry-Leading Speed, Safety, and Versatility for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Revolutionizing EV Battery Safety: Raythink Releases Groundbreaking White Paper on Full-Lifecycle Thermal Risk Management
The system addresses key gaps in traditional lithium-ion battery safety monitoring and enables proactive, full-lifecycle management of EV battery thermal risks.
Solar Insure Launches SI-Commercial Warranty and Expands Approved Vendor List for Commercial Solar Energy Systems
SI-Commercial is designed for commercial solar systems up to 2 MW DC and delivers long-term protection aligned with the realities of commercial project timelines, ownership structures, and risk profiles.
AI in Renewable Energy Market Driven by Smart Grids and Energy Storage Growth
The artificial intelligence (AI) in renewable energy industry was valued at $0.6 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $4.6 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 23.2%. AI-driven smart grids, energy storage optimization, and predictive maintenance are key growth drivers.
Vanadium Redox Flow Battery Market Set for Rapid Growth, Reaching USD 3.06 Billion by 2035
The global vanadium redox flow battery market was valued at USD 495.43 million in 2025 and is projected to surpass USD 3,058.12 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 19.9% as demand rises for long-duration, grid-scale energy storage solutions.
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
CSP US Inc.
As a software manufacturer, CSP GmbH & Co. KG offers its customers bespoke solutions for the discrete manufacturing applications. This makes it easy to secure and document the quality of production processes - from development to delivery!
