Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
What Does the History of Alternative Energy Suggest About Its Future? 6 Insights
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It wasn’t until the 20th century that large-scale interest in renewable alternatives returned. Since then, technology, policy and market forces have pushed alternative energy from the margins to the mainstream.
Selecting the Right Deep Cycle Battery
Knowing the benefits of each battery technology can help you make a more informed decision on the next set of batteries for your equipment based on your usage, capacity needs, and overall budget.
Scaling Battery Production Without Breaking the System
Manufacturing battery packs at scale requires a relentless focus on consistency. You are managing volatile materials, strict safety standards, and increasingly aggressive performance demands.
ADVANCING A SAFETY-FIRST SOLAR CULTURE
Terrasmart has always fostered a culture of safety, and we continually look for ways to raise our own bar. This year, we engaged our entire team in a centralized, weeklong, in-person training, going far beyond standard practices for safety training in the industry.
Recent Advances in Solar Integration for Transportation
Solar power, as a renewable and decentralized resource, offers a unique opportunity to complement grid electricity, reduce emissions, and enhance energy resilience. This paper investigates recent advancements in solar energy integration for transportation.
What Are the Inherent Risks of BESS Sites, and How Can Operators Overcome Them?
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are revolutionizing the way we power our world, acting as the source that keeps renewable energy flowing even when the sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing.
Battling Revenue Erosion: Sharper SOC Accuracy Can Lift BESS Earnings by 11 %
For lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries—now powering more than 80 % of new BESS builds—SOC error margins of 10-20 % points are routine because LFP’s flat voltage profile makes precise measurements tricky.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
Surplus Solar Panels: A Timely Solution for an Industry Under Pressure
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As demand for second-life solar products continues to rise in both developed and developing markets, the availability of these surplus panels not only supports maintenance of existing installations but also facilitates the growth of new solar projects.
Green hydrogen: the Middle East's new energy frontier
The tides are turning for fossil fuels, and one region is emerging as a powerhouse in clean energy. Khalid Qarooni, Technical Sales & Business Development Engineer at automation supplier COPA-DATA, explores the Middle East’s next big export — green hydrogen.
Choosing a renewable project power partner - Four things to consider before beginning a project
Data from the 2024 report Green Skills Outlook, which surveyed 1,000 global business leaders, reveals that 93 per cent of respondents consider green skills to be important to their company’s operations and objectives.
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
LONGi Launches Lightweight Module, Officially Entering Low-Load Market
As solar power becomes globally popularized, over 30% of rooftops still not suit to install solar panels due to load issues. Despite those owners eager for green transformation, most of them have to give up because of high reinforcement costs. On August 15, 2025, LONGi launched the Hi-MO X10 Light design Module, officially targeting the low-load C&I market.
Pioneering Renewable Energy Advancements at SMART ENERGY WEEK [September] 2025
This dynamic event will unite global leaders in renewable energy, offering professionals a platform to discover groundbreaking technologies, gain actionable insights, and forge impactful collaborations to drive the energy sector forward.
ACP Statement on Treasury Department Guidance for Wind and Solar Projects
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) issued the following statement from ACP CEO Jason Grumet in response to the Treasury guidance released today for wind and solar projects:
BOVIET SOLAR TO SHOWCASE NEW N-TYPE HIGH POWER PV MODULES AT RE+25 IN LAS VEGAS
Boviet Solar will be exhibiting on Venetian Level 2 in booth V9857 at the Venetian Convention Center from September 8 to 11, 2025.
Introducing the FLIR Si2x-Series for High-Performance Acoustic Imaging in Hazardous Locations Now with ATEX and IECEx Certification
FLIR Si2x-Series enables reliable detection of pressurized gas leaks, mechanical faults, and partial discharge in explosive vapor and dust environments.
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
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!
