What is the Internet of Energy (IoE) and Why Does It Matter?
Posted: 2017.05.04
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: Cool Tech
The Internet of Energy (IoE) is the result of the implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) technology with distributed energy systems. Its purpose is to optimize the efficiency of the generation, transmission, and utilization of electricity.
How the Internet of Things Can Save You Money
Posted: 2017.04.27
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: Money Savings
McKinsey estimates that the market size of the Internet of Things (IoT) will grow to $3.7 billion by 2020 and IHS predicts that there will be 75.4 billion IoT-enabled devices installed by 2025.
The Need for HVAC Contractors in Behind-the-Meter Energy Storage
Posted: 2017.04.20
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: HVAC Electrical Solar
Most of the attention in the energy storage industry has focused on industrial utility grid-scale storage. However, behind-the-meter applications have been massively charging up as well. In 2016, energy storage deployment in the U.S. grew to 336 megawatt hours, which was double that amount in the previous year.
How Utilities Are Realizing the Benefits of Energy Storage
Posted: 2017.04.14
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: Money Savings
The outlook for the utility-side- of-the- meter energy storage industry is bright. IHS Market reports that the global pipeline for utility-side energy storage has doubled in the past year to 3.4 gigawatts.
The Mutually Beneficial Relationship Between Long Tail Solar and Energy Storage
Posted: 2017.04.06
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: HVAC Electrical Solar
The energy storage market will expand dramatically in the coming years from an annual installation size of 6 gigawatts in 2017 to more than 40 by 2021. In addition, an IMS Research report predicts that the market for storing energy from solar panels will go from $200 million in 2012 to nearly $19 billion by the end of this year.
Investing in Energy Storage to Combat Climate Change
Posted: 2017.03.28
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: Carbon Reduction
It’s well-established science that climate change is the result of carbon dioxide emissions, and the effects are already starting to be felt. Last year was the warmest year on record globally according to NASA, and this year is on track to be even hotter.
Bridging the Gap Between HVAC and the Smart Grid
Posted: 2017.03.16
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: HVAC Electrical Solar
One of the things we often hear from HVAC contractors is that they feel left out of the smart grid conversation. However, there are many reasons why HVAC contractors can and should play a pivotal role in the smart grid industry.
Why Electrical Contractors are Key to the Success of the Smart Grid
Posted: 2017.03.09
By: Kevin Williams
Categories: HVAC Electrical Solar
A "smart grid" integrates the power grid with communication technologies that allow for two- way communication amongst utilities and energy consumers. As a result, it creates enhanced opportunities to monitor and control energy generation, storage, transmission, distribution, and consumption.