D. McHattie

Alternative Energy Storage: Cheap Continues to Outperform Cool

I'm very torn right now.

I have some money in this sector, consistent with the theme of this article and I also have some cash on the sidelines.

I like the energy storage sector but feel that the broader market is overbought.

I feel that a correction in the broader market will pull energy storage companies down with it. But, on the other hand, the share price of these energy storage companies should get a significant boost form the ARRA grants and the A123 ipo.

I just feel that a good trader could really cash in here over the next couple months. I wish I was one.

Li-ion Battery Manufacturers: The Bleeding Edge of Energy Storage Technology

John, just wanted to give a word of thanks for all your hard work researching advanced batteries and sharing your findings and opinions with us.

Thanks to you, I own small amounts of AXPW, ENS and XIDE. I could have timed my entry to AXPW a little better but today made it all worthwhile.

While I don't like to count my gains until I've actually sold and I don't plan to sell any of them soon, I'm up 56%, 11% and 48% respectively.

Please keep researching and writing - it is much appreciated.

Why Pure Play Energy Storage Companies Could Double for Investors

John, I wish I could just invest in this sector and not have to pick and choose companies.

There is no ETF comparable to a GDX or a PBW for the advanced battery sector, right?

You have suggested taking a small position in each of the 12 companies in your storage device maker table - can you think of any other way for the amateur to get involved without him having to try to become an electrical engineer/CFA?

Lead-Carbon: A Game Changer for Alternative Energy Storage

Thanks John - that's a good explanation. I've got you on my watchlist so I look forward to your updates as progress is made or bumps in the road are discovered.

Lead-Carbon: A Game Changer for Alternative Energy Storage

John, not sure if you're still responding to comments on this article. But there is 1 issue that continues to trouble me about this company - why has it taken so long for this technology to reach market?

I'm not an electrical engineer so my understanding of the product development lifecycle is limited but it still seems like an awfully long period of time that they've been 'testing'. I mean, the company went public almost 5 years ago now and it seems they have little more than a 'memorandum of understanding' and the odd strategic alliance.

I would have thought that one of the major makers of lead acid batteries would be using their technology for existing applications by now, never mind prospective use in alternative energy.

What gives?

Lead-Carbon: A Game Changer for Alternative Energy Storage

The best articles always seem to have the best discussions. Interesting that John Lounsbury is here commenting on your article because his articles similarly produce very intelligent discussions.

Thanks for sharing your very good work with us.