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This research service focuses on the evolving material and services procurement practices of major power generation utilities globally. It provides an in-depth analysis on the evolving procurement practices in power utilities and discusses common challenges. Based on the on-going transformations in procurement practices, this research offers a glim...

This study analyses the global market for medical batteries. It includes revenue forecast, pricing trends, market trends, opportunities, and competitive overview for the period 20102020. The market is analysed through two main segmentations; it is categorised by battery chemistry and by end-user application. The geographic region segmentation incl...

An electricity grid is one of the most complex networks and includes many systems and components. The increasing power demand is driving utilities and companies to design networks that can be effectively managed and controlled, resulting in a highly complex and intricate system. To meet this need, utilities require tools, such as intelligent electr...

In the oil and gas industry, increasing CAPEX enables more companies to execute mega projects, which require new supplier engagement models, and early engagement of strategic suppliers can produce significant savings. Bottom line: automation is a strategic supplier, and the MAC concept ultimately improves project management for end users. Declining...

23 Feb 2015  |  Global  |  Market Research

Analysis of the Global Ultracapacitor Market

Manufacturers Exploring New Verticals to Drive Growth

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The ultracapacitor market faces challenges such as high prices and lack of adoption due to low awareness about the technology and its benefits. However, the market is growing led by keen interest for environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional energy storage methods. Ultracapacitors, which have high power density, provide ample energy stor...

The nuclear industry has weathered the fallout of the Fukushima accident, with Japan expected to re-start reactors in 2015. Other countries will continue to pursue their investment plans. High capital costs, lingering safety concerns, and the trend toward de-centralized energy have limited nuclear power's potential in Europe and North America. Chin...

An MG is an energy system consisting of a group of interconnected loads, distributed energy resources, consumers, and optional storage that acts as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid. A VPP is a virtual network that is dependent on software systems to connect remotely and automate dispatch of power generation. The fine line that ...

19 Mar 2015  |  Global  |  Market Research

Analysis of the Global Substation Automation and Integration Market

Increase in Demand for Energy Efficiency and Smart Grid Infrastructure Drives the Adoption of Substation Automation Solutions

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This research service examines the global substation automation and integration market. Due to the increase in demand for power in developing countries, and the need for greater energy efficiency, utilities are working towards upgrading their grid infrastructure with more advanced solutions to minimize the downtime. The study discusses the driving ...

Prosumers (customers who both produce and consume energy) are on the rise globally, as investment in renewables and distributed generation technologies increase. Enabled by smart energy management solutions, smart grids, energy storage solutions, and supportive legislation, the next 5 years will see strong growth in related markets, as well as disr...