Jenel Stelton-Holtmeier, Author at Modern Distribution Management - Page 18 of 36

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Geothermal heating and cooling has been in use for several decades and is a key part of many states’ energy efficiency initiatives. This article looks at the current state of the geothermal industry and the roles distributors are playing in it.

This article is the second in a series examining the current state of the alternative energy market in the U.S.

When alternative energy is discussed, the focus often tends to be on electricity generation. But other elements – such as heating and cooling – have to be included in the conversation, as well.

Geothermal energy can be used for electricity generation, but that is a relatively small part of its role in alternative energy markets. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, 24 countries used the heat from the Earth to generate electricity in 2010.

In the U.S., five states had geothermal steam plants in place in 2011.

Energy generated from solar has increased dramatically in the last decade, even as the industry has seen some significant wins – increased state requirements – and losses – several high-profile bankruptcies. This article looks at the current state of the solar industry and the roles distributors are playing.

This article is the first in a series examining the alternative energy market in the U.S.

Thirty states have standards in place that require a certain percentage of energy generation to come from renewable sources by a given date, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

The specific standards vary widely, but they have had a significant impact on the adoption of alternative energy sources across the U.S.

As such, people looking for consistent information on the U.S. market …

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