Anu Cherian, Senior Industry Analyst
Frost & Sullivan
The battery market is currently entrenched with several chemistries. Five decades ago, the lead acid battery was considered the most versatile, with manufacturers using it for nearly all applications that needed energy storage. Read more about Juicing Up the Battery Cutting Edge Research Delivers Battery Enhancements …
Vishal Sapru, Research Manager, Energy & Power Systems, Frost & Sullivan
Alkaline batteries are disposable batteries with zinc and manganese dioxide as electrodes. The alkaline electrolyte used is either potassium or sodium hydroxide. These batteries have a steady voltage offering better energy density and leakage resistance than carbon zinc batteries. Read more about The World of Alkaline Batteries …
Vishal Sapru, Research Manager – Energy & Power Systems, Frost & Sullivan
Critical power applications demand a highly reliable and cost-effective energy storage technology. A stationary lead acid (SLA) battery offer these benefits and continues to be the battery chemistry of choice for backup power, emergency lighting, utilities, security systems, railway backup systems, oil and gas explorations, renewable energy systems and other applications. Read more about Opportunities in the Stationary Lead Acid Batteries Market …
Vishal Sapru, Research Manager Power Supplies & Batteries, Frost & Sullivan
The US is a significant market for lithium-ion batteries for consumer, industrial and automotive applications in the North American region. The economic recession had a significant impact in the demand for lithium-ion batteries, particularly for consumer and industrial portable devices. This was witnessed by a decline in demand during the first two quarters of 2009, caused by decreasing demand for consumer electronic devices in the US.
However, signs of recovery began from the third quarter of 2009, with industrial application showing quick revival and consumer applications gaining strength. Read more about Lithium-Ion Battery – Potential Business Opportunities …
Anu Cherian, Senior Industry Analyst, Energy & Power Systems Group, Frost & Sullivan
The automotive sector grabbed all the attention in 2009 with the release of several concept vehicles. This was most definitely a tricky diversion from the overwhelming grim economy. Consumers were so used to fulfilling their desires for the latest cars with easy loans in 2008. Read more about Lithium-Ion Technology: A Step Forward in the Green Agenda …
Anu Cherian, Industry Analyst, Energy & Power Systems, Frost & Sullivan
The term “green” is perceived to be attached with a price premium. The hype around green technology has created a buzz for more than a decade. This has also created a green marketing agenda for almost all organizations. Companies that have placed their entire value proposition around their ability to be green have gained more recognition. From the use of recycled paper to the decline in use of plastics, the term green has multifaceted dimensions. Read more about A Green Value Proposition: The Real Cost …
