Expert Insights on Alternative Energy
Alternative Energy refers to energy sources that are not based on the burning of fossil fuels or nuclear fission. Alternative energy is derived from natural, renewable resources such as wind, sun, and water. Popular forms of alternative energy include solar, biofuels (ethanol), geothermal, coal gasification, hydro, and wind power. These energy sources typically produce less pollutants and greenhouse gases than those produced with fossil fuels.
Gerson Lehrman Group Council Members are available to discuss Alternative Energy via phone consultations, live meetings, surveys, and other custom GLG products and services.
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Featured Council Members
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Lynette Yen
DirectorOak Street Advisors
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Gene Plavnik
PresidentHeat Technologies Inc
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Jon Guice
Managing DirectorAltaTerra Ltd.
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James Spitz
Independent ConsultantJames Spitz
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Matthew Kelleher
PartnerErgo
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Recent News Analyses
News analyses are expert commentaries on current events, written by Council Members who are available for follow up consultations
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Prerequisites for Success in Residential Alternative Energy
November 1, 2009
Recovery through Retrofit | www.whitehouse.gov
The idea of generating your own electricity is exciting. Solar PV, solar thermal systems and "energy-from-wind" generation equipment is readily available and, according to some, should be installed right away. But in order to get a worthwhile payback from any of these technologies, homeowners need...
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Biofuels from nonfood chain feedstock sources are viable alternative fuels
November 4, 2009
Sam Timpano, President, Sam Timpano & Associates
Biofuels do harm, aren't they? | pellets-wood.com
The biofuels and alternative energy project models that were originally based on feedstock materials from the food chain commodities have been shown to a failure, something many already knew.Not only did they add to the upward pressures on food chain commodities, especially corn and soyoil, they brought...
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Will the alternative become a leader?
October 1, 2009
EMEA recommends approval of Sanofi-aventis' dronedarone for atrial fibrillation | www.pharmabiz.com
Introducing dronedarone in treatment of atrial fibrillation will provide solution for many patients with atrial fibrillation who were undertreated due to their contraindications for amiodarone or it's adverse effects.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution is no panacea for Aiful
September 22, 2009
Daniel Lintz, President & Chief Executive Officer, Safe Harbour Japan K.K.
Interest Refunds To Remain A Burden On Aiful's Restructuring | www.nni.nikkei.co.jp
On September 18th, Aiful announced plans to negotiate changes in payment schedules with creditors as part of a broader operational restructuring. The company hopes to take advantage of provisions in the recently revised Special Law for Industrial Revitalization and Restructuring of Industrial Activities...
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JAL Alternative Dispute Resolution Not a Credit Event
November 19, 2009
Daniel Lintz, President & Chief Executive Officer, Safe Harbour Japan K.K.
Will JAL Be Required to Settle JPY100 Billion in Derivatives Contracts? | headlines.yahoo.co.jp
The Yomiuri Shinbun reports that the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) may require Japan Airlines Corporation to settle JPY 100 billion in swaps and derivatives because the company has filed for creditor protection under the Special Measure for Industrial Revitalization,highlighting...