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Lessons from COP30 - The critical role of grid stability in the energy transition

As the world pushes to triple renewable power capacity by 2030, attention is shifting from adding generation to preparing grids for the change.

Optimizing Tantalum Sheets for Sputtering Targets in Optical and Solar Applications

From advanced optics to next-generation solar cells, engineers across the United States are turning to high-quality tantalum sheets and tantalum plates to ensure durability and efficiency in demanding environments.

Small Modular Reactors and Microreactors: A Review of Safety, Economics, Regulation, and Environmental Impacts in Energy Transition

SMRs aim to replace traditional carbon-based fuels, aiming to reduce the negative environmental impacts that these fuels cause. This paper evaluates their safety, economics, regulatory frameworks, and environmental impacts based on recent articles and developments.

How UHPC Accelerated Research on Degradation Trends in LFP Cells: A Case Study with Eniko Zsoldos, PhD and Dalhousie University

Using ultra-high precision coulometry measurements and various other methods, Eniko and the team demonstrated that the commonly assumed robustness of LFP may not hold under certain operational windows.

Energy Storage Technology: A Vital Component of a Modern Power Grid

With enough energy storage on the grid, we will no longer have to size infrastructure to the highest peak. We can reduce system inefficiencies, improve utilization of assets, and lower the cost to the ratepayers.

Battery Powered Generator vs Solar Powered Generator: What is the Difference?

Learn the key differences between battery and solar powered generators, their pros and cons, and which option best fits your home or off-grid backup power needs.

Renewable Grid Integration

Ensuring grid stability with high levels of IBRs is a growing technical challenge. Traditional grids derived strength and inertia from big spinning generators, but when those are replaced by solar inverters and wind turbines, the system behaves differently.

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Beyond the Device: The Real Drivers of Industrial Mobility

Accessories don’t just complement rugged devices, they complete them. They turn durability into productivity, resilience into results, and hardware into workflow platforms.

Nextpower Opens Southeast Operations Hub and Doubles Manufacturing Capacity in Tennessee with Partner MSS Steel Tubes USA

Expanded capacity and regional presence strengthen U.S. supply chains and support increasing solar power demand across the Southeast

Connecting distributed energy resources to central control

For more than a century, electricity has flowed in one direction: from large central power plants, down transmission lines and into homes and businesses. That model is breaking down.

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Fixed Offshore Wind Energy Market to hit $59.5 Billion by 2034

The Global Fixed Offshore Wind Energy Market was valued at USD 10.7 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 11.3% to reach USD 59.5 billion by 2034.

Inlyte Energy Completes Factory Acceptance Test of First Full-Scale Iron-Sodium Battery Storage System

Validation testing marks major product readiness milestone ahead of early 2026 field installation at Southern Company's test site in Wilsonville, Alabama

GeoT*SOL 2026 released: now with improved heat pump design, flexible input options for domestic hot water, and Czech as a new program language

Based on a dynamic minute simulation, electricity consumption, seasonal performance factors, operating costs and other system data can be calculated, taking into account blocking periods and tariffs.

EnerGaïa Forum 2025 - Kseng Solar Spotlights ETN-Certified Racking Solutions for French Market

From December 10-11, Kseng Solar marked another successful appearance at EnerGaïa Forum 2025 with its comprehensive range of ETN-certified solar mounting systems.

IP66 Rated: How Off-Grid Energy Storage Systems Conquer Extreme Weather Challenges

IP66-rated off-grid energy storage systems (ESS) are essential lifelines for greenhouses, remote sites, and rural applications, enduring torrential rains, dust storms, extreme temperatures, and coastal salt mist. Defined by IEC standards, IP66 offers full dust tightness and protection against powerful water jets-outperforming lower ratings like IP54/IP65. Engineered with sealed, corrosion-resistant enclosures, military-grade gaskets, waterproof connectors, and efficient cooling, they preserve LFP battery lifespan (-20°C to 60°C operating range). Real-world use cases (U.S. South, Southwest, coastal areas) prove they avoid downtime without costly shelters. Requiring minimal maintenance, they reduce long-term costs for commercial operations. When selecting, prioritize temperature-compensated charging, surge protection, and snow/ice resistance; top models include SolaX X1-IES and EcoFlow Delta Pro. As extreme weather rises, IP66 is no luxury but a reliability necessity for uninterrupted off-grid power.

Alternative Energy - Featured Product

Nature’s Generator MyGrid 10K

Nature's Generator MyGrid 10K

A 10,000W plug & play whole-home generator with a 10kWh LiFePO4 battery for reliable backup power. Features easy setup, flexible 120V/208-240V input, and solar/wind charging. Expandable with extra batteries or solar panels, and can pair two units for 20,000W for even larger energy needs. Powers your home during power outages, reduces electricity costs, and supports sustainable energy.

Alternative Energy - Featured Company

Morningstar Corporation

Morningstar Corporation

With over 4 million products installed and sold since 1993-in some of the most extreme environments and mission-critical applications in the world-Morningstar Corporation is the world's leading supplier of solar controllers and inverters. The US-based, privately-owned company is headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, with an engineering research and development center in Maryland, and a global network of dedicated, best-in-class distribution and manufacturing partners. With some three decades of consistent, independent ownership and management behind it, Morningstar today enjoys stability and staying power unique in the industry- a result of the high morale, independent culture carefully cultivated by its founders and their original vision.