William Taylor

Finding Small Smart Grid Plays

Thought BCON, Beacon Power, might be one of your picks. Any opinion? I have seen their flywheels work and the concept and execution is excellent. If that can be translated into orders then their business model will be very profitable.

EnerNOC, Comverge May Be Today's Best Alternative Energy Pure Plays

And I am curious of your opinion of BCON Beacon Power as a pure play low carbon power demand response provider.

An Electric Grid Index

Methinks you should add BCON (Beacon Power) as a potential spec. for power management on the new grid. It's near zero carbon footprint and 20 year or more lifespan before maintenance should make it a winner. I used to call it a long shot but success is on the horizon.

Storage: The Best Renewable Energy Integration Strategy?

And Tom, does BCON have a role in all this? And, if so, what might it be? I believe it has certain advantages, (low carbon footprint, long life, fast resonse time), over other grid regulation systems. They are talking about wind and solar integration systems in their annual report. Any thoughts on flywheel tech?
Enjoy your writing. Thanks!

The Texas 'Wind' Emergency, the Smart Grid and the Dumb Grid

Tom, why no mention of (BCON) Beacon Power? Isn't "smart grid" their speciality? Please comment. Thanks!

Welcome to the New World of the Smart Grid

Wondering if BCON plays a role in your thoughts.

Smart Grids' Year of Growth

You forgot Beacon Power (BCON) flywheel based power management. No need to fire up those expensive, carbon rich fossil plants when a flywheel system can kick in in a second and even out grid demand.

Electric Power Research Institute Plugs Smart Grid for Energy Savings

I am interested in Beacon Power flywheels as part of the smart grid. They have virtually no carbon footprint and serve to regulate power flow without having to fire up fossil fuel plants.