Germany has an energy market that is very dynamic and quite different from the U.S., Asia, and developing economies. Trevor Kirsten, manager of the Renewable Energy Systems Team in Munich shares his observations on the ever-changing energy scene in Germany and Europe, and how that impacts technologies his team is developing.
Traditionally, the GE Aviation business owns detailed design of jet engine components and Global Research owns research topics on new cooling, modeling, and measurements technologies. As the field of gas turbine heat transfer is growing in importance, we are forming a sub-team that will straddle both the Global Research and Aviation roles, some real design work on our most challenging and advanced engines, with elements of our newest technologies. Todd Wetzel, Technology Leader for the Thermal Systems Organization shares what it takes to join this hybrid team, and how you can apply to the positions available. 
A lot of residential solar companies contact me about programs for them, and one of the first things I do is look at their websites. Some are okay, but often they’re outdated and missing several key elements that every modern website should have. So, for the benefit of not repeating myself and helping these installers to at least look modern, her
This Solar Fred marketing post is inspired by a recent Seth Godin blog post. I really think Godin captures the spirit of how small but consistent efforts can make a difference — without having a million dollar ad budget. Below is my adaptation of Godin’s one-day-effort bullet points for solar marketing and innovation. Each of these 12 ideas can be
Recent developments in renewable energies might overthrow the diesel generator as the technology of choice for off-grid mobile base stations. Renewable energy has evolved considerably over the last couple of years. So much, in fact, that solutions recently deemed to be unfeasible might now warrant a second look. Take mobile telecom operators, for
The Appropriate Technology Collaborative offers several opportunities to volunteer on technology related projects in Guatemala (and soon in Nicaragua). We offer volunteer travelers nothing short of the experience of a lifetime. Our projects focus on installing solar power, clean stoves and safe drinking water in homes, schools and community buildings. We also provide an [...]