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SmartSynch's GridRouter Is a Universal Networking Device for the Smart Grid

BY Ariel SchwartzFri Dec 4, 2009 at 5:24 PM

Smart meters--electrical meters that allow consumers to keep track of energy consumption and let utilities monitor real-time energy usage--are being rolled out quickly across the U.S., thanks in large part to billions in stimulus ...READ»

GOOD VIBRATIONS | 5 comments

Will Vibrations Power Your Next Cell Phone?

BY Ariel SchwartzTue Dec 1, 2009 at 2:32 PM

We've covered the concept of kinetic energy before and have even seen it put to work at a Sainsbury grocery store, where vehicles in the parking lot power the checkout line. Now researchers at the University of Bristol in the U.K. ...READ»

DATA CENTERS | Comment

Ultra-Green Underground Data Center Will Heat Helsinki

BY Ariel SchwartzMon Nov 30, 2009 at 1:27 PM

Companies like Google and IBM are constantly clamoring to prove that they have energy-efficient data centers, but a new cloud computing hub located in the bedrock below Helsinki's famous Uspenski Cathedral might have them all beat. ...READ»

OSMOTIC POWER | 2 comments

Statkraft Opens World's First Osmotic Power Plant in Norway

BY Ariel SchwartzTue Nov 24, 2009 at 12:57 PM

Amidst news of massive solar and wind power plants comes word of a small but significant achievement--the world's first osmotic power plant. Statkraft's $7 million plant, located in Tofte, Norway, only produces enough energy to run ...READ»

BUSINESS | Comment

Small Business Innovation Trends Mobile Enterprises

BY Mr Rickman Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 1:15 PM

Today, the number of unemployed in the U.S. has reached about 15 million, over 10 percent nationwide. As a result, millions of people are seeking new opportunities joining a growing trend of Mobile Office Entrepreneurs using the advances in communication technology, entrepreneurial creativity, and the ever-more-hectic pace of modern life all combining to encourage the rapid development of mobile businesses. READ»

BUSINESS | Comment

Seniors and Women Small Business Startups Gain Momentum

BY Mr Rickman Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 1:12 PM

Today’s “Third Age Entrepreneurs”, those seniors over 50-years old are healthy, energetic and competitive and determined to remain productive well into their 70s. They aren’t going anywhere near that rocking chair on the front porch if they can help it. Industry data shows seniors and women entrepreneur - small business startups rapidly increasing. Read more... READ»

BUSINESS | Comment

Seniors and Women Small Business Startups Gain Momentum

BY Mr Rickman Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 1:12 PM

Today’s “Third Age Entrepreneurs”, those seniors over 50-years old are healthy, energetic and competitive and determined to remain productive well into their 70s. They aren’t going anywhere near that rocking chair on the front porch if they can help it. Industry data shows seniors and women entrepreneur - small business startups rapidly increasing. Read more... READ»

JOB | Comment

Nonsense At Work

BY James McIntoshWed Nov 18, 2009 at 6:48 AM

Boost their energy to keep your job:Do you still have a job? If so, let me guess. You are working harder and doing more, because a few of your colleagues have been fired. (Now that more work is trickling in as ...READ»

BUSINESS | Comment

Increase Sales Using Dynamic Marketing

BY Mr Rickman Tue Nov 10, 2009 at 5:05 PM

As the choices of new marketing strategies and initiatives evolve, organizations constantly reevaluate what marketing initiatives to pursue and how much to invest in each marketing communications channel. Learn to help your organization determine how much to invest in from one vehicle versus another? The best way to do this is with the same logical approach for building your own personal or business investment fund. Think of each marketing channel as a stock in your portfolio. Your nonprofit can invest in all types of marketing communications-from paid advertising and direct mail to e-mail lists and social marketing and much more. READ»

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Sales Results Developing Website Conversion Rates

BY Mr Rickman Tue Nov 10, 2009 at 4:35 PM

Several lead – sales management tools are available to help you monitor the download conversion rates. Do you know your site's conversion rates? What do you take into consideration when making changes to your site's design? Research has shown that 60% of websites do not know their conversion rates. By regularly measuring the websites effectiveness it will increase your sales in comparison with most competitors.READ»

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