Anu Cherian, Senior Industry Analyst, Energy & Power Systems Group, Frost & Sullivan
The automotive sector grabbed all the attention in 2009 with the release of several concept vehicles. This was most definitely a tricky diversion from the overwhelming grim economy. Consumers were so used to fulfilling their desires for the latest cars with easy loans in 2008. Read more about Lithium-Ion Technology: A Step Forward in the Green Agenda …
Art Mulligan, UPS Product Line Manager, Eaton Corp.
Painfully aware of the devastating impact that downtime can have on their bottom lines, most businesses appreciate the wisdom of deploying first-rate uninterruptible power supplies (UPS). Yet they often invest far more time and energy in deciding which UPS to buy than in selecting an accompanying service plan. Read more about UPS Service Plans: How to Maximize Your Returns …
Loic Moreau, Business Segment Manager, LEM
The infrastructure that underpins contemporary society must operate with very high reliability. In contrast to the advanced technology deployed in data storage centers, Internet server farms and communications central offices, most of them rely for near-100 percent “up-time”, or system-availability, on a very mature technology; the lead-acid battery. Read more about Improved Measurement and Analysis Yields Cost-Effective Standby Battery Monitoring …
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 …
Dr. Ake Almgren, International Battery
With today’s focus on designing more environmentally friendly products and taking advantage of the latest energy storage technologies, it behooves designers to look at the process by which batteries are manufactured. It would not make sense if we are actually putting more toxins and pollutants in our environment in the quest to be green. Read more about Advancements in Li-Ion Battery Manufacturing Give Designers a Greener Choice …
Dr. Kerry Lanza, Palladium Energy
Lithium-ion batteries have earned and substantiated their label as a “green technology.” The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers lithium-ion batteries “safe” for disposal in contrast to nickel-cadmium and lead-based battery products, which can cause environmental issues with careless disposal. Read more about Is It Time for a Lithium-Ion Recycling Revolution? …
