The solar PV tracker supply market is in the throes of commodity product perception typical of many B2B markets and products. However, significant differences remain between tracker alternatives and tracker supply companies. Some tracker companies are addressing the situation with the classic formula - differentiating with adders that improve top-line revenue and soften the trackers low-margin blow. Other companies remain true to the tra....
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved Reliability Standard PRC-024-2; this standard requires power plants to set their relays so that the plant remains connected during power spikes. PRC-024-2 ensures that plant owners set their generator protective relays so that generating units remain connected during defined voltage excursions, including the operation for 9 cycles (150 ms) at zero voltage, measured at POI (Point Of Intercon....
Loans for renewable energy projects using the USDA REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) are essential to increasing our energy independence. REAP loans have longer terms, low interest rates, and are fully amortized, with no calls or balloons. Government guaranteed loans sometimes get a bad rap when lenders who are not experts at USDA lending do a poor job. An inexperienced lender can cause the process to be lengthy and frustrat....
Several industries are doing their part in reducing waste, and minimizing their use of fossil fuels by switching to battery-powered vehicles. For example, rental agencies that provide construction, cleaning, and small delivery vehicles to a variety of markets, have seen a greater demand for battery-powered access lifts, cranes, fork lifts, floor cleaning machines, and more. The latest developments in battery technology allow for lower e....
