Wind Turbine Makers Adopt Ultracapacitors to Generate Reliable, Clean Energy

Brendan Andrews, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Ioxus, Inc.

Cleantech energy is attractive for numerous reasons. Environmental considerations, compounded by the volatility of the oil markets, have spurred recent innovation and investment in solar and wind power generation. In both areas, however, manufacturers have struggled to create an energy source that remains reliable, regardless of meteorological happenings. Read more about Wind Turbine Makers Adopt Ultracapacitors to Generate Reliable, Clean Energy

Despite Advances in Portable Electronics, a Device is Only as Reliable as the Connector that Holds the Battery

Larry Nembhard, Chief Engineer, Keystone Electronics Corp.

The future of batteries, like that of so many of the products they power, is clearly toward smaller, lighter and more powerful models. Developing concurrently with these new battery designs are battery connectors. As battery connection devices evolve, they have to meet a number of challenges including rapid growth of designs, rugged construction, high-density packaging, manufacturing costs and environmental concerns. Read more about Despite Advances in Portable Electronics, a Device is Only as Reliable as the Connector that Holds the Battery

A Green Value Proposition: The Real Cost

Anu Cherian, Industry Analyst, Energy & Power Systems, Frost & Sullivan

The term “green” is perceived to be attached with a price premium. The hype around green technology has created a buzz for more than a decade. This has also created a green marketing agenda for almost all organizations. Companies that have placed their entire value proposition around their ability to be green have gained more recognition. From the use of recycled paper to the decline in use of plastics, the term green has multifaceted dimensions. Read more about A Green Value Proposition: The Real Cost