Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments Upgrades Solar Fleet with Nextracker's TrueCapture Smart Control System and NX Navigator
Machine Learning Software Optimizes Solar Plants for Proven Financial, Performance Gains
GivePower Deploys Solar Water Farms in Kenya and Haiti
Powered entirely by solar energy and battery storage, GivePower's desalination systems are housed in 20 foot shipping containers and capable of transforming 70,000 liters of brackish and/or seawater into clean, healthy drinking water every day.
Metal Roofing—The Perfect Platform for Solar PV
Metal roofs are known for their durability, sustainability and versatility and are increasing in popularity in the solar marketplace.
To Hit Climate Goals, We Need Climate-friendly Solar Trackers
The infrastructure we build in response to climate change, the #1 environmental issue of our time, should not come at the cost of having to flatten hills, fill in valleys, and raze natural structures occupying parts of a project site.
Upgrading the Grid to Accommodate Renewable Energy
Despite efforts to lower energy use, the rising population and economic growth are driving global energy demand. To balance global demand with clean energy use, we must invest in projects that enable increased use of energy from renewable resources
Power-to-Molecules, a multistage rocket to a new energy area
The idea behind ‘Power-to-X’ is to convert water and carbon dioxide to renewable fuels and chemical building blocks. To get this done, we need to develop and upscale new technology.
Community Monitoring at Ground Zero Nuclear Test Sites
The program currently encompasses twenty-four monitoring stations placed in publicly-accessible areas of communities surrounding the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). To keep these systems running full-time, the DRI turned to Morningstar solar charge controllers.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
July Car Sales Offer Hope and Electric Vehicles Star of the Show
Battery electric cars catered for 4.7 per cent of all new car sales in July, something industry experts expect to continue well into the remainder of 2020.
Why UK utilities should adopt remote operations
Software helped companies keep employees safe and operations running during the pandemic – now, digital operational technologies can also make utilities companies more resilient on a long-term basis.
Solar Panel Cleaning Market size is estimated to achieve over 11% CAGR through 2026.
Operation of solar panels completely depends upon exposure to the sunlight; more light hits the panel, more power it will generate. Solar panels are placed in upward angle, which makes them prone to bird droppings, general dust and dirt that cannot be washed off by rain alon
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
Heat network webinars available free on-demand
Switch2 Energy releases 'Lockdown Learning' webinar series for heat network designers, developers and operators.
American Wind Power Moves Forward Despite Second Quarter Challenges
The American Wind Energy Association's (AWEA) report reveals that many U.S. wind developers managed to get their projects over the finish line during the three-month period, despite the significant challenges associated with COVID-19.
Axiom Energy Group Announces Deal to Distribute mCHP Systems Throughout North America
MOU signed to launch innovative mCHP cogeneration systems that promote energy efficiency and resiliency
Masdar and EDF Renewables Agree to Partner in Eight Renewable Energy Projects in United States
-Landmark agreement with EDF Renewables North America will see Masdar expand its footprint in the US to California and Nebraska, and grow presence in Texas
-The clean energy assets include wind, solar PV, and battery storage projects with a total combined capacity of 1.6 GW
New Study Finds Colorado Energy Policy Discourages All-Electric Buildings Despite Lower Upfront Costs
The state is constructing tens of thousands of new buildings that cost more to build and lock in higher CO2 emissions all amid growing efforts to accelerate emission reductions
Alternative Energy - Featured Product
Q.Home+ ESS HYB-G1: Modular Energy Storage Solution for North America
The Q.Home+ ESS HYB-G1 energy storage solution offers scalable storage capacity from 4.5 kWh up to 18.9 kWh and comes in a modular design for easy and fast installation. The system is offered in both DC-coupled and AC-coupled configurations and can connect up to 3 batteries in series using only one inverter and battery management system (BMS). The system includes an integrated backup power function for 100% of the rated inverter output to support critical loads in the event of power failure and offers remote monitoring using the QHOME+ web portal or QHOME+ ESS mobile app.
Alternative Energy - Featured Company
CommTech Global
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