Alternative Energy - Articles, Stories & Interviews

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.

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.

Sodium-Ion Batteries for Personal Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Review of Performance, Cost, and Sustainability

Sodium-ion batteries offer a compelling alternative to lithium-ion batteries for personal electric vehicles and grid storage applications. Their key advantages include low cost, material abundance, and enhanced safety, particularly under extreme temperature conditions.

Solar Walkway Installation for Hawaii’s Veterans

The Lumos solar walkway installation is equipped with (1,020) S60 Vision modules. Our industry leading Vision Module system greets the clinic’s patrons with beautiful shade and powerful protection!

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Energy and Utilities in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Five Strategic Use Cases for Competitive Advantage

The question isn't whether utilities should embrace AI; it’s how they can strategically implement Generative and Agentic AI solutions to catch up with other industries while building sustainable competitive advantages.

Eco Wave Power Hits Historic Milestone, Launches First-Ever U.S. Wave Energy Project at Port of Los Angeles

This historic project marks the first onshore wave energy installation in the U.S., showcasing Eco Wave Power's patented, award-winning technology and setting the stage for large-scale wave energy deployment along America's coastlines and worldwide.

RE+ 2025 is Underway

Our RE+ Newspage will be updated throughout the event with all the exciting news and announcements from this years event.

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Schneider Electric and Energy Solutions Providers Launch U.S. Initiative to Accelerate Resilient Infrastructure

Over 20 participants-including Microsoft, Sunrock, Zurich and AlphaStruxure-join forces to strengthen critical energy systems The Accelerating Resilient Infrastructure Initiative aims to unlock $7.5 billion in financing for U.S. energy resilience projects

Jupiter Power, Consumers Energy Celebrate Michigan's First Operational Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage System

In June 2024, Consumers Energy announced a long-term agreement to purchase 100 MW of capacity from the Tibbits facility to be built and operated by Jupiter Power. The project went online earlier this summer and is the first of several large-scale battery projects that Consumers Energy will help bring online this decade.

Avathon Launches Autonomous AI Platform to Transform Renewable Energy Operations

Avathon autonomous renewable energy management suite (REMS) optimizes operating plan through agentic management of assets and supply chain

Kseng Solar Marks its 10th Anniversary, Celebrating A Decade of Solar Excellence with Global Partners

On September 11-12, Kseng Solar proudly marked its 10th anniversary with a two-day celebration that gathered clients and partners from across the globe, which highlighted Kseng Solar's decade of growth, manufacturing expertise, and commitment to advancing renewable energy worldwide.

A Historic Energy Breakthrough: NovaChargeX Delivers Continuous, Scalable Power Beyond Solar and Wind Limits

NovaChargeX delivers consistent energy output-day and night-with over 90% operational stability. This breakthrough establishes NovaChargeX as a cornerstone for scalable energy independence, capable of powering everything from individual homes to large-scale industrial infrastructure.

Alternative Energy - Featured Product

MORNINGSTAR - ReadyEdge

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

Nature's Generator

Nature's Generator

Nature's Generator Inc., is one of the original North American solar generator brands. Established in 2015, with distribution facilities located in North America, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. Nature's Generator continues to design and develop industry leading whole home power solutions that are designed for easy home integration.