Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews
Why edge AI alleviates the need for “flexible” data centers
The future of sustainable AI isn’t about managing massive centralized loads more cleverly—it’s about distributing intelligence to where it’s actually needed, with the energy efficiency that comes naturally from edge computing.
US energy storage installations reach new quarterly record in Q2 with 5.6 GW
The utility-scale market led the way, setting a record with 4.9 GW installed in Q2, enough capacity to power 3.7 million American homes during average peak demand.
Recent Advances in Solar Cell Technology for Transportation Applications
VIPVs are seen as a viable environment- and nature-promoting transportation source, as solar energy is provided onboard, along with batteries, so that vehicles do not have to depend entirely on external charging resources.
INDJI Watch - Plan - Respond - Investigate
Our patented methodology of modeling threats against the wind farm’s complete assets has often given our customers 5-10 minutes earlier alerts for lightning.
Printed, Placed, Powered: Can Robotics Close the Gap in Flexible Solar Manufacturing?
This article takes a look at what flexible solar actually is, along with its challenges, and the technical steps needed to make it a practical reality.
Terrasmart Launches In-House Ground Screw Production for Solar Sites
The move is the latest in the company’s vertical integration strategy to strengthen supply chain resilience
Solar Under Storm III
The next chapter in designing hurricane-resilient PV systems in a world of increasing tropical storms. Solar Under Storm III is the next step forward to providing technical guidance to enhance solar system durability against Category 5 hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones.
Alternative Energy - Featured Stories
Wasted wind and the UK's curtailment challenge - Why clean energy goes unused and how technology can help
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Every time turbines are switched off, revenue is lost, bills rise and carbon savings are wasted. For consumers, that means paying for energy that never reaches their homes — a frustration that grows as wind makes up more and more of the power mix.
EVE Energy Achieves World's First 400MWh Energy Storage Project with 628Ah Ultra-Large Cells
EVE Energy delivered and grid-connected 80 Mr.Giant energy storage systems and 40 integrated converter cabins within just one week, demonstrating exceptional project execution capabilities.
From backup to business-critical: The rise of battery packs in resilience planning
Over the past 12 months, and particularly in the aftermath of events like the Spain blackout, we’ve seen a shift. Battery systems are now being viewed less as a green box to tick and more as a core part of business continuity planning.
Alternative Energy - News Headlines
Madison Energy Infrastructure Completes Acquisition of NextEra Energy Resources' Distributed Generation Platform
Expanded ecosystem strengthens Madison's ability to deliver operational value for organizations and communities across the U.S.
Flir and Extech Expand Test & Measurement Portfolio with New Tools for Plumbing, HVAC, Air Quality, and Water Testing
Flir, together with Extech Instruments, today announced the launch of several new products designed to give professionals smarter, faster, and more reliable ways to tackle inspections, diagnostics, and environmental testing.
Spruce Power Partners with Treehouse to Accelerate Expansion into Home Battery Storage, Opening a New Avenue of Growth
- Marks Spruce's Entry into the Next Frontier of Distributed Energy
- Pairs Nationwide Solar Scale with Electrification Installation Platform
- Accelerates Adoption of Home Battery Storage.
Canadian Solar's e-STORAGE Expands Partnership with Aypa Power through 2.1 GWh of Ontario Battery Storage Projects
Together, the Elora and Hedley projects will provide 420 MW / 2,122 MWh of new storage capacity to Ontario's grid, making them among the largest energy storage facilities currently under development in the province.
"Bright Harvest: Powering Earth From Space" Documentary Showcases Caltech Professors' Groundbreaking Work to Harness Solar Energy from Space
Produced by philanthropist and Caltech Trustee Brigitte Bren, wife of Irvine Company Chairman Donald Bren, and written, directed, and produced by Steven Reich, the film chronicles the extraordinary journey of three Caltech professors as they work to make space-based solar power a reality.
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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
Terrasmart
Terrasmart, the renewable energy portfolio of Gibraltar (NASDAQ: ROCK), is a leading provider of solar racking technologies, electrical balance-of-system products, installation services, and project optimization software. Harnessing the combined strengths, technical expertise, and heritage of its four legacy brands, Terrasmart delivers a holistic project experience providing leading solar technologies and smart solutions across the project lifecycle to mitigate risks and amplify returns for solar projects of any size, type, and location. Serving the commercial, DG and utility sectors across North America, Terrasmart integrates products and solutions across the PV lifecycle to minimize risks and maximize returns. With over 24 GWs of solar deployed across 6,000 PV systems, Terrasmart creates unique value for more profitable solar on any terrain, anywhere in the U.S.
