Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Increasing Sustainability of Distributed Energy Systems
Companies looking to improve their sustainability while continuing to protect their power systems against risk are beginning to incorporate renewable energy into their distributed energy power systems.
New Solar Technology Could Generate Power at Night
This technology could represent a turning point in sustainable power. Scientists have been working for decades to make our way of life more environmentally friendly. One of the most critical aspects of this effort is to generate reliable alternative energy.
California Ramping Up Its Reliance on Geothermal
After years of being overshadowed by solar and wind, geothermal is set to become a major player in California's renewable energy. Here is how geothermal is growing in California right now.
Electric Cars Take Flight in 2019
EVs stepped on the gas in 2019. With the demand curve hitting no breaks, the battery electric vehicle market is likely to be reaching its tipping point by 2022.
The Progression of the Energy Industry in 2020
People have realized that they can take control of their energy in lots of other ways. With their smart devices and a little bit of planning, consumers can now make money on their energy use, while simultaneously keeping the grid stable.
Crystal Paint for Solar Panels Could Innovate Renewable Energy
Now, researchers have developed a new way of creating solar panels that may make it easier to install than ever before — a crystal-based liquid that has allowed researchers to effectively paint on solar panels to suitable surfaces.
How Digital Marketing Can Grow Your Solar Business
Any solar business who wants to stand out from their competition will have to embrace digital marketing as it is a powerful tool to use to connect with customers.
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Solar Jobs Up Nationwide and in 31 States After Two Years of Losses
The U.S. solar industry employed nearly 250,000 workers in 2019, an increase of more than 5,600 jobs (or 2.3%) since 2018, according to the 10th annual National Solar Jobs Census released today by The Solar Foundation.
The Race for the Best Electric SUV
In 2019, the Mitsubishi Outlander proved to be the top electric vehicle by fleet size (41,265) The fact that this SUV had out-sold smaller, more traditional electric vehicles, such as the Nissan Leaf, proves the impressive rise of the electric SUV.
Waste to Energy Market size is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 7% by 2024.
The surging urban population and industrialization has resulted in a massive increase of waste generation every year. This trend is particularly growing across emerging economies.
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THE SMARTER E AWARD - CHAMPIONING THE ENERGY GAME-CHANGERS
Focusing on intelligently connected concepts and solutions for the efficient generation, storage and use of energy, The smarter E is the world's leading exhibition and conference series for the new energy world. The innovation hub unites the four exhibitions Intersolar, ees, Power2Drive and EM-Power to take an in-depth look at cross-sector solutions and technologies for an intelligent, sustainable and cost-effective energy supply.
Rewire-NW Smart Local Energy project gets funding green light
Heat network specialist Switch2 joins partners to design a smart local energy system for Warrington, following funding announcement from UK Research and Innovation.
LG Chem & Span Launch Energy Storage with Customizable Backup Power
The LG RESU home battery and Span smart panel provides customizable backup power and controllable home energy loads
Trimark Operations Center Announces Advanced Alerting System for Utility-Scale Solar Sites
Checks if equipment is online and operating correctly in real-time for quicker issue resolution eliminating costly site visits
In Tokyo? Visit Clenergy at Booth S16-36 at PV EXPO 2020
Clenergy Japan will exhibit at the upcoming PV EXPO 2020, scheduled on February 26 (Wed) - 28 (Fri) at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan. Don't miss Clenergy's Booth at S16-36.
Alternative Energy - Featured Product
Rolls Battery - Maintenance-Free AGM & GEL Batteries
With a full range of capacity options (85AH-3300AH) and voltage configurations to choose from, Rolls Battery maintenance-free 2V, 6V & 12V AGM and broad range of 2V GEL models offer a valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery option with the same dependable energy storage and heavy-duty construction customers have grown to expect from the Rolls brand for over sixty years. Installed in off-grid, grid-tied or backup float applications, these sealed batteries require minimal ongoing maintenance and provide a versatile energy storage solution for remote or confined installations. Rolls Battery AGM and GEL battery lines deliver superior cycle life and are backed by an industry-leading warranty.
Alternative Energy - Featured Company
Tigo Energy
Tigo® is a global company founded in Silicon Valley in 2007 that combines a unique systems-level approach with expertise in semiconductors, power electronics, and solar energy. By partnering with tier 1 module and inverter manufacturers in the industry, Tigo is able to provide innovation to cost-effective multivendor PV systems with integrated and retrofitted Flex MLPE as well as communications technology to drive the cost of solar electricity down. After years of research, development, testing, and certification, Tigo brought the revolutionary TS4 Platform to market. Tigo's modular TS4 Platform can be selectively deployed with different functionalities per module at different price points utilizing Predictive IV (PIV) technology to maximize energy harvest at a minimal cost. Tigo offers PV installers, designers, OEMs, EPCs, and system owners the solution that improves return on investment at each level to reduce the O&M cost over the lifetime of any project. Today, Tigo remains the only UL-certified, multivendor MLPE rapid shutdown for residential and C&I. Tigo has operations in the USA, Central & South America, Caribbean, Europe, Japan, China, Australia, South Pacific, and the Middle East.
