2/1/2011. Houston, TXHOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. has released its newest market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Renewable, Alternative and Hydrogen Energy Industry Almanac, 2011 edition, which identifies and analyzes major trends shaping the alternative and renewable energy industry.
According to Jack W. Plunkett, CEO of Plunkett Research, Ltd., “While major installations of solar and wind generating systems continue on a global basis, the renewable industry has not been able to reach competitive pricing.”
Major trends affecting the Alternative Energy Industry analyzed in Plunkett’s report include:
- Concentrated solar power gains traction.
- Fuel cell and hydrogen power research continues.
- Governments encourage renewable energy, energy conservation, research and investment.
- China Becomes a Leader in CleanTech and Renewable Energy Equipment.
- Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) Will Quickly Gain Popularity.
- Major Research in Advanced Lithium Batteries.
- Homes and Commercial Buildings Go Green.
- Fuel Efficiency Becomes a Key Selling Element/Stiff Emissions Standards Adopted in the U.S. and Abroad.
- The Industry Takes a New Look at Nuclear Power.
- Nanotechnology Sees Applications in Fuel Cells and Solar Power.
- Superconductivity Comes of Age.
“Massive government subsidies and tax incentives will continue to be required to make renewable projects feasible for the mid term,” said Jack Plunkett.
A complete report with detailed industry trends and statistics analysis is provided in Plunkett’s Renewable, Alternative and Hydrogen Energy Industry Almanac, 2011 edition. This informative report gives you the competitive intelligence you need, with a detailed industry overview, industry analysis and market research. Plus, thousands of contacts for business and industry leaders, industry associations and statistical tables – everything you need all in one value-priced, easy-to-use package.
A complimentary video of Plunkett discussing these trends is now available on the Plunkett Research website, as well as YouTube, and an Introduction to the Renewable and Alternative Energy Industry can be viewed at Plunkett’s website.
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Jack W. Plunkett is CEO of Plunkett Research, Ltd. His latest book is The Next Boom, which addresses technology and consumer developments in depth.