Analysis from Verdantix, an independent analyst focused on energy, environment and sustainability issues for business, shows that the market for carbon and energy management software in the United States will grow to $558 million by 2014. READ MORE
Darlene Bremer
Freelance Writer
Darlene Bremer, a freelance writer based in Solomons, Md., contributes frequently to ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR.
Articles by Darlene Bremer
June 2012
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For years, the United States has been looking for ways to end its addiction to fossil fuels and create a greener, cleaner and safer environment. From politicians to homeowners, the appeal of renewable energies has continued to hold sway, while more companies are opting to power their operations with clean technologies that offer real and significant cost savings. READ MORE
June 2012
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There’s more to security system work than installing a few cameras and card readers in a building, but to understand the depth of security systems work, you have to understand what drives it. The first major trend driving security system design, according to Keith Kushner, director, security engineering and technology for TRC Cos. READ MORE
May 2012
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As technology advances and more information about industrial energy use becomes available, the industrial energy management software and services market will evolve rapidly. According to an October 2011 report from Pike Research, under current conditions, the U.S. READ MORE
May 2012
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According to a report from Global Industry Analysts (GIA), the global electronic access control systems market is estimated to reach $14.7 billion by 2017. READ MORE
May 2012
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A customer of yours hears a tornado siren blaring in the distance and takes cover in his storm shelter. Soon after, a roaring freight train seemingly passes overhead. The customer is worried about the safety of his family but not about rebuilding his business, thanks to you and your forward-thinking disaster recovery plan. READ MORE
April 2012
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Despite the recession, the global information security market grew 11 percent in 2010, representing more than $6 billion, according to New York-based ABI Research, a market intelligence company specializing in global connectivity and emerging technology. READ MORE
March 2012
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According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the average energy use per home per year costs $2,000. With 110 million homes in the country, that’s a large sum of money. It is one reason why the relatively new home energy management (HEM) market is beginning to mature. READ MORE
March 2012
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The security industry has penetrated 20 percent of residences and has remained constant at that level for years, according to Mark Ingram, president, Visonic Inc., Bloomfield, Conn. However, that number is destined to increase as security, lighting and other home systems continue to converge. READ MORE