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Wednesday 4 February 2015

Global Report for Solar Panel Market - Industry Segment and Forecast, 2019

The research document on the global solar panel market entails descriptive analyses of the market through historical facts and current market statistics. The report offers a complete explanation of the current market trends, resulting in the creation of a comprehensive picture that involves all market growth drivers and restraints. While the market dynamics are constantly changing, there is an inherent need for pin-point market analyses, which the report deftly provides. It also includes a growth map in terms of the technological developments in the global solar panel market.
A step-by-step guided assessment of the top market players for solar panels involves the use of the Porter’s Five Forces Model. There is also a market review of all macro and micro aspects that are to be understood by all, right from the top players to new entrants.
Overview

The global solar panel market consists of arrays of photovoltaic modules electrically interconnected to create a grid of panels that supplies power. The entire solar panel, which is made up of photovoltaic modules, is therefore nothing but a grid of solar cells.The photovoltaic cells convert solar energy into electricity through fundamental chemical exchange of ions. This grid requires stable support frames that allow it to function uninterrupted and protected from external factors. The global solar panel market chases the principle that solar energy is one of the cleanest and most efficient sources of renewable energy. It requires the least amount of maintenance and comes with low operation costs.
The segmentation of the global solar panel market is done mostly on the basis of products, end users, and geographical location of regional markets. The products in the global solar panel market include solar panels made of either mono-crystalline, poly-crystalline, or hybrid solar cells.The report uses all the segmentations to provide a holistic landscape of the global solar panel market. This includes discussing in detail the various market drivers such as the growing requirement for technological developments, reducing costs of solar panels, and government benefitsfor those who choose to use renewable energy sources.
The report also includes market restraints, the biggest of which is the global oversupply of production,which is grossly exceeding market demand. From a geographic standpoint, the report expresses North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Rest of the World as the major regions. Of these, North America holds the largest market share due to the high demand for solar panels. The region’s demand is mainly due to government aid and high investment rates into research and development.
Companies mentioned
The leading players in the global solar panel market areEverbright Solar, DM Solar, Innergy Power, ReneSola, Green Power, Aqua Solar, Auxin Solar, Global Watt, 1st Sunergy, Yingli Green Energy, etc.

Global Report on Energy Efficient Windows Market - Industry Outlook and Forecast 2013 – 2019

After the global economic meltdown of 2008-2009, the global energy efficient windows market was affected greatly. However, with the recovery of American and European economies, the market is coming out of its slump. Growing population and the flourishing real estate market in turn are contributing to the growth of the energy efficient windows market. Currently, Europe has the highest number of installations of energy efficient insulated windows, followed by North America. However, Asia Pacific is not far behind. The boom in the construction industry along with the growing population of the Asia Pacific region holds good promise for the growth of the energy efficient windows market in this region in the coming years. An in-depth geography-wise evaluation of the energy efficient market is included in the report.
The Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC) has set a standard in the North American markets. EWC is a coalition that includes: Door, skylight, window, and component manufacturers, research organizations, state and local government agencies, federal and others, interested in growing the market for highly energy efficient fenestration. EWC aims to increase market penetration of energy efficient windows technology and promotes the labeling of NFRC and ENERGY STAR as a standard practice.
In addition to geographic segmentation of the energy efficient windows market, the report provides current market trends of market. Crucial aspects of the energy efficient windows market such as market structure, competitor analysis, and market projections for upcoming years are available in the report.
Overview of the energy efficient windows market
Energy efficient windows are manufactured using the process of insulated or double glazing. They are generally made using two or more panes that are separated by a particular gas mixture. These windows are employed to insulate building against extreme heat transfer across the overall building, which efficiently supports the required heating or cooling. The space between the glass panes is called the ‘spacer’; it performs the role of separating the two panes of the glass and sealing the gas between them.
The primary driver of the energy efficient windows industry is increasing energy conservation norms, which are being imposed worldwide. Increasing population and correspondingly increasing construction activities are other elements fueling the growth of this market. In addition, customization is a good feature which these windows offer. Energy efficient windows are available according to the different insulation needs of the consumer, and can be made to order.
Energy efficient windows are also available in several frame types including composite frames, aluminum/metal frames, fiberglass frames, wood frames, and vinyl frames. The market of energy efficient windows can also be segmented on the type of glazing applied to the glass. Some of the main glazing types are heat-absorbing tints, gas-fills, reflective coatings, low-emissivity coatings, and spectrally selective coatings.
Companies mentioned in the research report
Many prominent players around the world in the energy efficient windows market have been covered in this report. Some of the companies profiled in this report include Andersen Windows, AMSCO Windows, Associated Materials, Crestline Windows and Doors, and Atrium Windows.

Global Market For Biodiesel - Industry Outlook and Forecast, 2013 – 2019

The global biodiesel market has registered exponential growth between 2001 and 2010. The market will continue to exhibit healthy growth through the next few years, albeit at a moderate pace. Governments supporting energy independence have pushed the global biodiesel market ahead, especially in the European region. This report identifies policy measures that have supported the expansion of the biodiesel industry, while also offering insights into restraining factors.
The report comprises a historical as well as forward-looking analysis of milestone technological developments in the market and their impact on its future growth course. Using Porter’s five forces model analysis and company profiles, the report offers a complete overview of the future competitive landscape from the standpoint of manufacturers, suppliers, and threat from new entrants. The value chain of the global biodiesel market has been analyzed in detail so as to identify opportunities and areas of growth therein.
Overview of the biodiesel market
Clean fuels have garnered considerable interest worldwide because nations are making strides toward energy sufficiency – this entails making higher investments in alternative fuels and reducing dependence on non-renewable ones. Biodiesel fits this agenda as it is a clean burning fuel that can be produced from renewable resources. The biodiesel market is thus poised for consistent growth over the next few years. Biodiesel’s attributes – sustainability, domestic production abilities, compliance with quality standards, and efficient replacement of diesel – all make it an ideal choice.
Biodiesel is a fuel that does not contain petroleum. Also, it can be combined with petroleum diesel at any level to form a biodiesel mix. In the face of instable petroleum supply and the resultant volatility in prices, biodiesel is emerging as one of the most preferred alternative fuels.
A number of policy-level changes in leading economies have worked in favor of the global biodiesel market. In the United States, for instance, the Renewable Fuel Standard 2 or the RFS, has impelled the biodiesel market. In China too, the government has introduced a stimulus package for vehicles operating on alternative fuels. This will benefit not just the biodiesel market in China, but other types of biofuels too. These initiatives are significant because China is the largest automobile market in the world.
On the other hand, in countries such as Germany, biodiesel is subjected to a number of taxes, causing a spike in prices and forcing consumers to turn to other fuel types. From the global perspective, this impact could be dampened to some extent by the opportunities for biodiesel investments are being created in Canada and Spain.
The growth objectives of the biodiesel market could be marred because of factors such as deforestation and political instability. The highest demand in the biodiesel market can currently be seen in North America and Europe, whereas Asia Pacific is catching up on account of its massive palm oil production capacity.
Companies mentioned in the global biodiesel market
The global biodiesel market research report profiles leading competitors that include: Green Earth Fuels of Houston, LLC (U.S.), OXEM (Italy), ACCIONA Energy (Spain), Biopetrol Rostock GmbH (Germany), and Meroco(Slovakia).



Report on Coal Mining Industry Strategies and Global Forecast 2013 – 2019

The global coal mining market is comprised of metallurgical and thermal coal, which is extracted from surface and underground mines. Coal mining is an important economic activity that provides millions of dollars by means of revenue to both developed and developing economies. The report on the global coal mining market analyzes the growth prospects and opportunities in underground mines as well as surface pits. The analysis also offers a greater understanding of the coal mining market based on the type of coal mined, which can be classified as: Anthracite, bituminous, and lignite. Based on technology type, the industry is comprised of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
The report’s sharp focus on market estimates (both globally and regionally) make it a valuable asset for coal mining companies, suppliers of coal mining equipment, and providers of ancillary services associated with this industry.
Overview of the Global Coal Mining Market
The World Coal Association – an industry body that comprises coal stakeholders and producers – states that as of January 2015, about 6185 million tons of hard coal is mined worldwide. The brown coal/lignite production figures stand at about 1042 million tons. The five biggest coal mining countries—China, the U.S., India, Australia, and South Africa—are scattered across the global. Transportation is an inseparable part of the coal mining market. The means of transportation over shorter distances include conveyors or trucks, and over longer distances, the fossil fuel is transported using barges and trains.
Developing countries-with their voracious appetite for energy, infrastructure and steel-will continue to push up the demand for coking/metallurgical coal over the next four to five years at least. Electricity generation, for the most part, still relies on coal. This trend will likely remain so for the next decade or so, indicating a steady demand for coal. This will prove beneficial for coal mining operators.
The most remunerative opportunities for the coal mining market will come from the emerging industries sector, which requires metallurgical coal in massive quantities. But these opportunities could be dampened to a great extent because of a surplus in coal supply that will cause the prices of coal to slide. Moreover, the growth rate of developing economies is likely to be lower than initially expected, potentially leading to a lower demand for metallurgical coal. The coal mining market will also be hit on account of a higher share of renewable resources (solar, wind, nuclear etc.) in the energy generation market.
The report’s analysis spans all major geographical regions such as North America (the U.S. and Canada), the APAC region (China, Australia, India and Indonesia), and Europe. Asia Pacific boasts among the largest reserves of coal in the world, with China alone contributing over 65% of the total regional shares of coal. This also places the country as the top-ranking producer of coal.
Leading Players in the Coal Mining Market
The report offers an in-depth analysis of coal mining companies with a global presence, such as: Arch Coal Inc., Peabody Energy Corporation, Alpha Natural Resources, and CONSOL Energy Inc.
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Carbon and Energy Software Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, Analysis, Growth and Forecast 2014 – 2020

carbon and energy software market is a market for buying and selling software tools for carbon and energy analysis in terms of consumption metrics, emission reduction options, and optimized consumption with cost cuts. An example of Energy software technology- DOE-2, which calculates energy performance and life-cycle operation cost on hourly basis. Also there are tools like energy simulation tools and load calculation. Examples of carbon software tools include- emission monitoring, carbon management, emission transporting tools and others. These software tools are meant to help researchers, engineers, builders, and those involved in building life-cycle analyzers and prioritize the energy efficient technologies in the new and existing buildings.
The factors for development of this market include the need to reduce emissions, growing trend in inclusion of energy efficient technologies in daily activities and mitigate global warming. Especially the usage of Demand side management, development of new green buildings, modifying the existing buildings to control the emissions, optimized resource utilizations and minimize energy costs serve as the opportunity for the emergent of this carbon and energy software market. This market also provides new diversified business opportunities in the power and energy sectors owing to easier availability of these products to the customers. These products can be used by energy managers, building owners, policy makers, and energy demand modelers, building researchers, engineers, architects, energy auditors, grid companies, research institutes and universities.
The only restraint in this market development is the affordability of these technologies, especially by the developing and under developed economies. This market is segmented according to the technical functions of these tools like simulation tools which help in simulation during cooling or power plant failures, later restoration; estimation tools for estimating the energy consumption of a building on hourly basis over a given time interval, opting other alternatives, comparing energies of different building comparisons; assessment tools for. Building green house rating to assess the energy efficiency of a building on a 5-scale basis; lighting design software like ECO LUMEN to achieve high illumination but less energy consumption; load calculation software as Adtek for calculating residential loads, provide options for adding doors, windows, ceilings etc.
This software market is expected to grow in the coming years due to inclination towards the green technologies. The companies, worldwide, are being mandated by the regulatory bodies, shareholders, customers to reduce their energy consumption, carbon emissions, optimize recourse utilization, and thus become energy efficient. North America is expected to be the largest market for energy and carbon software tools as it has been taking major steps to minimize its greenhouse gas emissions. Also Europe can be a major market due to the stringent regulations implying over the region. Due to these regulations it is planned to introduce zero energy buildings. Zero energy buildings find applications in both for public and private use. The Asia-pacific market comprising of developing nations may gradually grow in size due to increasing awareness in the energy efficient technologies. For the rest of the world the software market would grow according to the rising awareness and demand of these tools.
Some of the major players in this market are Accenture, Delloite, IBM, Infosys, Enablon, Hara, SAP, SAS, Enviance, and Carbonetworks. These players are developing new and innovative products for carbon and energy software market in order to fulfill the demand of customers.



Steam Autoclave Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2014 – 2020

Autoclave is a device that sterilizes instruments using steam under pressure. Autoclaves are widely used commercially as well as in-house across the world. These are the metallic cylindrical vessels that provide physical method of sterilization of the equipment. Autoclaves works by inactivating or killing transmissible agents (such as bacteria, viruses and fungi) by means of steam, heat and pressure to sterilize equipment. Sterilization of equipment by steam autoclaves is a safe, fast and convenient option for sterilizing laboratory glassware, diagnostic equipment, surgical instruments and biomedical wastes. Autoclaves vary in function and size depending upon the media to be sterilized. Stages of operation in autoclave include air removal, steam admission (in the range of 121C-134 C) and sterilization cycle (heating, holding/exposure and cooling). Sterilization indicators (i.e. biological, chemical and physical indicators) are used to maintain correct temperature during the sterilization process.
The autoclave market is witnessing rapid growth as this device is reliable and requires low capital investment for installation in medical institutes such as hospitals and laboratories. For instance, HS44 series autoclave, designed by Getinge Group is an ideal option for sterilizing instruments in heath care centers and clinics. These autoclaves provide faster service and low cost compared to other sterilizing equipment. In addition, increasing demand of healthcare services and aging population will further propel the global steam autoclave market. According, to the World Health Organization (WHO) it has been estimated that the global elderly population is expected to reach around 2 billion by 2050; this was around 524 million in 2010. Moreover, the global geriatric population is expected to grow at the fastest rate in developed countries such as Italy, Germany, the U.K., the U.S. and Japan. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, around 40 million people in the country belonged to the elderly category in 2011. Around 89 million people are estimated to be beyond the age of 65 years by 2050. However, steam can only sterilize surfaces it can be in contact with and increases the chances of improper sterilization that might hinder the demand of steam autoclave sterilizers. In addition, this technology is not preferred for sterilization of rubber, plastic, volatile liquids and radioactive materials. These factors collectively may hinder the growth of this market. Key players such as Getinge Group (HS44 Series) and STERIS Corporation (Getinge 433 HC) are major market players of the steam autoclaves market.
Geographically, North America dominates the global steam autoclaves market. The major factors influencing the steam autoclaves market growth in this region are technological advancements. In addition, rising number of hospital-acquired infections in the North American region further boosts the market of steam autoclaves in this region. Europe is considered as the second largest market of steam autoclaves. For instance, in September 2013, New York State Department of Health, Albany revealed that hospital-onset Clostridium difficile Infections (CDI) rate was 8.3 infections per 1,000 patients admitted in New York state hospitals in 2012. Consistent rise in demand of sterilization procedures coupled with rising initiatives by various healthcare organizations to develop this market will drive the growth of seam autoclaves market in Europe. Asia-Pacific is considered as the emerging market of steam autoclaves due to increasing awareness about the importance of sterilization among the people.
Some of the companies competing in steam autoclaves market are Getinge Group, Johnson and Johnson, Cantel Medical Corp., 3M Healthcare, STERIS Corporation, Belimed AG, Kimberly Clark Corporation, CISA Group, Nordion, Inc., SAKURA SI CO., LTD. Synergy Health plc and others.



Medical Oxygen Concentrators Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2014 – 2020

The medical oxygen concentrators have been one of the most notable breakthrough developments in the long-term oxygen therapy support. An oxygen concentrator is an electrically operated medical device used to provide purified or concentrated oxygen to a patient seeking oxygen therapy. These devices work on principle of pumping air into the device which then separates oxygen and deliver it to patients in a continuous manner. Medical oxygen concentrators use rapid swing adsorption method in which atmospheric nitrogen is adsorbed on an adsorbent such as zeolite mineral leaving oxygen as the primary gas.
Oxygen concentrators are considered as safer, easy to use and inexpensive devices compared to compressed oxygen cylinders. These devices are often prescribed to patients suffering from chronic pulmonary diseases such as severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Couple of decades ago, there were only stationary oxygen concentrators which were fairly bulky in size. These heavy oxygen concentrators limited the patient mobility and this problem was later solved by the development of portable oxygen concentrators (POCs) which allow free movement for the patient making it possible for oxygen patients to take their oxygen as and when required no matter wherever they wish to go. The commercially available portable medical oxygen concentrators weigh as less as 2-3 kg. Some of the commercially available medical oxygen concentrators include Airstep Freestyle, Delphi RS-00400, DeVilbiss Healthcare iGo, Inogen One G2 and Inogen One G3, Inova Labs LifeChoice Activox, Invacare XPO2, Respironics EverGo, and SeQual Eclipse. These devices are also used by mountaineers and people travelling to places where oxygen is inadequate amount. Inova labs recently introduced its new portable medical oxygen concentrator - LifeChoice Activox 4L which uses technology to track user’s inhalation rate and breathing pattern to deliver oxygen.
Some of the major factors expected to drive the market for medical oxygen concentrators include its ability to provide oxygen under all circumstances and worldwide aging population coupled with COPD and other respiratory diseases. Advantages associated with these devices such as they weigh less, easy to use and more affordable are also predicted to drive the market further. WHO suggests that approximately 65 million people are suffering from moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease across the globe. In 2005, an estimated 3 million people died because of COPD. North America was observed to be the leading markets in oxygen cylinder market because of the number of hospitals, large number of alternate care facilities and high consumption of portable medical oxygen concentrators. Europe region is second leading market for these devices due to high consumer awareness and approval by regulatory authorities of these regions. FAA (Federal aviation Administration) approved the onboard use of certain portable oxygen concentrator. In Asia-Pacific, Japan, India, China and Australia are the leaders in the market for medical oxygen concentrators. In Rest of the World (RoW), countries such as Mexico and Brazil witnessed market growth along with the countries in the Middle East countries. The market outlook for these devices is positive and the region is expected to witness a substantial growth in coming years due to continuously increasing healthcare expenditure in the region.
Some of the major companies operating in this market are Inogen, Inc., Teleflex Incorporated, Philips Healthcare (Philips Respironics), AirSep Corporation, DeVilbiss Healthcare, LLC, Invacare Corporation, O2Concepts, Covidien plc, Oxlife, Vygon, Nidek Medical, Inova Labs, OSI Systems, GE Healthcare, Smiths Medical and Teijin Limited.



Wind Energy Rescue System Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2014 – 2020

Wind energy is considered to be one of the cleanest sources of energy for power generation. With the shift in focus of world leaders today toward conservation of environment and attempts towards maintaining descent level of climatic change it has become crucial that the energy extraction from clean sources is given more importance and wind energy is one such source. Stringent emission norms and changing regulatory scenario is compelling use of renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, tidal or geothermal. As the wind energy market grows the requirement of workers and hence rescue system demand is expected to grow. The wind energy has seen a rapid growth in the last decade. For power production wind farms are set up. Manufacturing turbines, their installation and maintenance is a complex process that involves many risks.
One such risk is associated with crew members working on the project site installation of turbines at the soaring heights. It is required that safety protocols are in place for the wind energy rescue systems which is a part of safety arrangement that are required for the workers and personnel of the project site. Companies lose millions of dollars in lost work, insurance premiums, litigation and liability claims as a result of accidents every year. The rescue system market can be segmented on the basis of different types which includes automated descent control system, Manual descent control system and Training for safety. It can be further segmented based on factors determining the appropriate rescue system. These factors include Anchor location, Nature of work, Working load and limit, Ease of use and others. A single rescue system cannot be termed as a complete solution for the rescue operation. It varies as per the requirement and a combinations of systems need to be used. The consumer needs to analyze the best practice for the turbine they possess.
Second family is the manual descent control device which is the more versatile, more technical rescues can be advantageous of being best equipped possesses benefit of price as its low priced but requires high level of training. Rescue system training should be easy as it is useless if it is difficult to operate by the trainees.
As wind energy industry is thriving leading to more number of employees hence the security of the workers has become prime consideration to match global standard, workforce preference and to blind with industry need. The rescue system market can be segmented on the basis of regions as North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and Rest of the world. China, India and Brazil are countries expected to lead the world in new wind energy installations. The rate of installations in these countries is very high, for example in China wind turbines are installed at a rate of one new turbine every hour.
Miller protection is the leading player in the market with range of products, services and training modules for rescue systems. Gravitec Systematic Inc is a U.S based company specialized in working at height with quality fall protection training, engineering, testing, consulting and equipment sales. Arch Safety RCH is a U.K based approved training provider and Global Wind Organisation (GWO) approved training provider for the delivery of safety training for the wind energy industry.



Monday 2 February 2015

Research Report on Methanol Market - Global Forecast and Industry Outlook, 2012 - 2018

In 2010, the global consumption of methanol was noted to be around 45 million tons. Presently, China is the world’s single largest consumer of methanol as a fuel, with a total consumption capacity of 20.5 million metric tons in 2010. This was followed by the USA, with 5.3 million tons consumption (approximately 11% of global production). So, where does all this methanol come from?
Methanol is abundantly found in nature, since it is a decomposed form of organic matter. The report sheds light on the production and consumption of methanol. Globally, China is driving the methanol market. The largest producer of methanol at present is China, with its production capacity exceeding 26 million tons in 2009. Methanol is extensively used in industries such as chemicals and transportation.
The report provides an in-depth analysis of the global methanol market with detailed data on several key aspects of the market. These include price trends, value chain, market size, product trends, future revenue estimates, and government regulations. The pros and cons of implementing government policies are also available in the report. Furthermore, information on key business collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures between the major industry players are present in the report. Additionally, with the help of value chain-relevant key micro and macro factors that will impact the upcoming and existing market players are addressed in the report.
Overview of the global methanol market
Methanol is a liquefied variant of methane. Decomposition of organic substance produces methane gas. With depleting fossil fuel sources, alternative energy sources have gained importance. In this scenario, methanol is the preferred choice over other modern-day gasoline products since the former releases of same amount of energy as petroleum. Many petroleum products utilize methanol as an additive to achieve enhanced performance of internal combustion engines.
The global methanol market is segmented into three derivatives of methanol, namely acetic acid, methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE), and formaldehyde. Currently, the market for methanol is experiencing a record high demand for fuel applications such as dimethyl ether, biodiesel, and for direct mixing of methanol in gasoline. Approximately 40% of the total methanol consumption is geared towards producing formaldehyde, which is used in the manufacturing of diverse commodities such as explosives, paints, plastics, and plywood.
The global methanol market benefits from drivers such as high production capacity in plants, growth in chemical intermediates, and easy availability of natural gas. Furthermore, low per capita consumption of methanol provides a good potential for the growth of demand from China.
However, the conversion of methane into the liquid form is expensive, which inhibits the growth of the methanol market. Moreover, the existing supply of methane fails to meet the increasing global demand for fuel.
Companies mentioned in the research report
Several prominent companies in the global methanol market have been profiled in the report. Some of these top players include BASF SE, JSC “METAFRAX”, Methanex Chile Ltd., Atlantic Methanol Production Company LLC, Eastman Chemical Company, and Celanese Corporation (U.S.).
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Report on Energy Security (power plants) Market - Global Industry Research and Forecast till 2019

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), world energy markets continue to be susceptible to disruptions caused by events ranging from geo-political strife to natural disasters. Energy security is a pressing need which needs to be addressed by contemporary establishments and organizations around the world. Hence, it has become increasingly crucial to protect energy sources from coming under attack in the form of both physical and cyber threats.
Presented in this report is a current trends analysis, which establishes growth drivers and restraints of the energy security market. Furthermore, historical data and market projections for the forecast period of the energy security market are mentioned in the report. A comprehensive evaluation of the macro and micro factors which will impact the growth of the existing key players and new entrants is available in the report.
An in-depth value chain analysis demonstrates the key opportunities in the energy security market. The companies profile evaluation section in the report delivers useful information about the crucial aspects of leading companies operating in the energy security industry.
Overview of the global energy security market
The Ukraine-Russia gas dispute in early 2009 was recorded as the largest natural gas supply crisis seen in Europe. The accelerating trend of integrated electricity grids can lead to cascading blackouts and affect multiple economies simultaneously, says the IEA. Hence, organizations and establishments are facing the challenge of implementing energy supply as a smooth flow of communication operations, public safety systems, transportation systems, industrial operations, and healthcare. Energy security has become a strategic asset, which can be the foundation for growth for the most powerful economies in the world such as U.S. On the other hand, developing economies are more focused on the optimum utilization of available resources to sustain their economies firmly on the track of growth.
Most planned attacks on well-established energy sites are highly complex in nature. Therefore, to curb these complex attacks efficiently refined tools and tactics are required. Cyber and network security-related threats continue to be a major concern for government energy establishments. Thus, government establishments need to keep up-to-date with the regulatory and compliance environment to the ever-changing intricate security threats.
The global energy security market experiences threats which can be acts of terror, natural disasters, cyber threats, or combination of these threats. The technologies employed by the energy security industry include: Video and CCTV surveillance, microwave intrusion detection, biometric and card readers, RFID tracking and personal tracking, transport security, alarm systems, and fire detection and warning systems. To combat complex energy security threats such as physical attacks, insider threat, cyber threats, and other threats, a single integrated solution is the need of the hour. Such a solution would sync physical security with network security to build a comprehensive solution.
Companies mentioned in the research report
The key corporations in the energy security market profiled in this report are Symantec Corporation, HCL, Tofino Security, Anixter, Acorn Energy Inc., McAfee, among others.
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Sunday 1 February 2015

Global Report on Nuclear Power Market - Global Industry Outlook and Forecasts 2012 – 2018

Increasing concerns about the use of conventional thermal energy sources, developed economies are largely dependent on nuclear energy for power generation in order to satisfy their power demands. Nuclear power is used for the generation of electricity across the world due to its power efficiency and sufficient availability. Nuclear disasters in the past few years have questioned the safety of using nuclear power. This industry has been experiencing tremendous growth in the past few years. Significant technological development in reactor technology, safety measures, and zero carbon emissions from nuclear power plants are some important factors driving the growth of this market. Impact of nuclear disaster remains foreseen in the coming years, but there are many countries adopting this technology to meet their energy demands.
The global market for nuclear power is expected to grow at the compounded annual growth rate of 4% during 2011-2020. Compared to other power generation technologies, nuclear power has the minimum impact on greenhouse gas emission.
Market Segmentation
Based on Technology
Generation I Technology
Generation II Technology
  • Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
  • Boiling Water Reactor (BWR)
  • Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) or Canada Deuterium Uranium (CANDU) Reactor
  • Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR)
  • Advanced Gas-Cooled Reactor (AGR)
Generation III Technology
  • Advanced Boiling Water Reactor (ABWR)
  • Advanced Pressurized Water Reactor (APWR)
  • Advanced Heavy Water reactor (AHWR)
  • European Pressurized Water Reactor (EPR)
  • Fast Neutron Reactors
  • Pebble Bed Modular Reactor (PBMR)
Generation IV Technology
  • Gas-cooled Fast Reactors
  • Lead-cooled Fast Reactors
  • Molten Salt Reactors
  • Sodium-cooled Fast Reactors
  • Supercritical Water-cooled Reactors
  • Very High-temperature Gas Reactors
Generation V Technology
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Global Digital Wound Measurement Devices Market - Industry Forecast 2014 – 2020

Wound is defined as a disruption in the continuous structure of the skin, which may at times extend to internal layers lying deep below the skin. Traditionally wound was defined as any bleeding of extremities or vital organs visible from outside, modern science has currently included the occurrence of internal wounds within the definition of wound. The nature of a wound may vary from simple abrasion, to complex tissue damage. Wound care is therefore often dependent upon the nature of the wound and its location. In some cases wound area needs to be understood in order to provide adequate care to the region. This provides a basis for the application of wound dressing in terms of material required and at the same time measures the progression of wound healing process. Besides being a mandatory practice to study the progress of wound healing, wound measurement and regular tracking of wound size is integral in terms of insurance coverage, litigation and reimbursement. Wound measurement devices were initially surgical scales and rulers. These are now described as simple devices and are considered as crude or inaccurate, although they are still in use in many countries worldwide.
Simple devices use the concept of rectangular or quadrilateral area (l*b*0.785) calculation measured with the help of conventional rulers or scales. Another way to measure wound is by using a transparency sheet to outline the area which can be later measured in an area grid map. Complex devices are expensive and are more accurate in comparison to simple devices. Complex devices include optical instruments such as stereophotogrammeter (SPG) or structured lighting to obtain wound images which can be later on rendered by a computer to make a 3D image for further study and monitoring of the wound care. Wound measurement devices are yet in the developing stages with new innovations arising every year. However, common conclusion is that novel complex technologies are better in monitoring progress and examining the wound coverage area. Wound care has seen a great quantum of development in the present ages with the assistance from wound measurement devices. Hand held computers and smart phones are now being integrated using both simple and complex techniques to get a complete solution. Laser based wound terrain identification technology is also under development that shall monitor real time 3D image of the wound and its healing rate. The software program that develops photo-digital planimetry with its PictZar Digital Planimetry Program Software, a product of BioVisual Technologies, LLC, Elmwood Park, NJ. It is capable to load in the surface area of the wound without depending on a drawn perimeter.
The global digital wound measurement devices market for the year 2013 saw North American region lead the world with 40% to 50% of the world’s wound measurement procedures carried out in the U.S alone, closely followed by the European region. However the growth rate of the Asia-Pacific market was observed to be higher than their North American and European region counterparts, with sales expected to grow at a significant rate. The growing geriatric population of Japan, China, and India are also assisting the growth in the peaking incidences of skin ulcers. However, the Middle East region has the highest potential for growth as the world’s largest fraction of diabetic population resides in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar.
Some of the key players involved in the digital wound measurement devices market include: Smith & Nephew PLC, Derma Sciences Ltd, Medline Industries Inc. and others.