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Best Emerging Technologies for Solar Energy

07/11/19, 08:10 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends | Emily Folk - Contributing Author

For example, scientists are currently researching a form of organic photovoltaics with a chemical additive which mitigates their fragile qualities.

The Challenges of Measuring Flare Gas

07/11/19, 08:07 AM | Other Renewables | Natural Gas | Sierra Instruments, Inc.

Measuring the flow rate of flare gas is challenging because a flare is not a pure gas, but a mixture of many different gases. In order to correctly measure the flow rate of the constituent gases, the composition of the flare must be known.

30% of U.S. Counties are Suitable for On-Site Wind Energy Projects

07/09/19, 08:28 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

For a Wind for Industry® project to be viable, the wind resource must be attractive, the factory must use enough energy, and the area grid pricing must exceed our projected rates.

New Solar Permit Software to Reduce Costs and Expand Residential Markets

07/05/19, 07:48 AM | Solar Power | Software

"The SolarAPP platform will help local governments reduce administrative burdens and make it faster and easier for customers to go solar," said Andrea Luecke, President and Executive Director at The Solar Foundation.

What is MWT?

07/02/19, 07:48 AM | Solar Power | Technology Discussions

MWT is an acronym for a PV cell technology that has been designed specifically on crystalline silicon type solar cells. It stands for Metal Wrap Through.

Assurance Commissioning in the Energy Industry

07/02/19, 07:47 AM | Solar Power | Business Development, commissioning | CommTech Global

The biggest preparation planning mistakes are based on lack of communication and lack of commissioning knowledge.

Offering Energy Storage With Your Solar Installations

06/27/19, 08:33 AM | Energy Storage | Business Development | OutBack Power

Customer acquisition is the biggest source of profit erosion - averaging nearly $1/W for most installers. Offering storage helps in 3 important ways.

The Global Energy and Climate Challenge

06/25/19, 08:12 AM | Other Renewables | Business Development, climate change | Len Calderone - Contributing Author

There is a fast-growing demand for energy and a rising concern for the environment, which is providing a serious energy challenge. That challenge is how to provide secure power supplies and protect the climate.

Solar Carports - Do They Make Sense For You?

06/25/19, 08:11 AM | Solar Power | solar carports

A solar carport is essentially a static, rigid frame that is designed to hold solar panels and connect to the power grid.

B2B Marketing Ideas that Cut Through the Noisy Solar Industry

06/20/19, 07:46 AM | Solar Power | Business Development

With all the buzz around solar technology, the best way to amplify your inbound marketing efforts is with creative tactics. These B2B marketing ideas set the stage for results that power success.

Oil Versus Gas - What's Best for Business?

06/18/19, 08:41 AM | Other Renewables | Natural Gas, oil

With climate change ever-present on the agenda, a conundrum that governments and businesses face is: 'is it possible to create a greener world, whilst still allowing businesses to thrive'?

How Can Solar Water Heaters Become Standard in Residential Homes?

06/13/19, 08:59 AM | Solar Power | Hot Water Heating | Emily Folk - Contributing Author

A solar water heater can reduce a homeowner's water heating bills by 50% to 80% on average. Though the equipment may cost more than a basic water heating system, the long-term cost savings are crucial to acknowledge.

Lithium Iron Batteries for Energy Storage

06/13/19, 08:58 AM | Energy Storage | batteries, lithium iron batteries

The Lithium Iron technology possesses superior thermal and chemical stability, which provides better safety characteristics. Lithium phosphate cells are incombustible, and are more stable under overcharge or short circuit conditions.

Making Batteries Safer, More Reliable: SD Mines Researchers Focus on Solid-State Battery Technology

06/11/19, 08:23 AM | Energy Storage | research

Researchers at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology create center to research development of safer and more reliable solid-state batteries.

How Solar Professionals Can Find Opportunity in the Healthcare Industry

06/11/19, 08:22 AM | Solar Power | Analysis and Trends

Due to the cultural wave happening that's popularizing renewable energy, solar power could become accessible in all areas. If you're a solar professional, then you may have the opportunity to take part in this very important and necessary change within the medical field.

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