Congratulations on your successful completion of the first round of the GE challenge! We are now in the second round; the period of judging and results. Your idea will contribute to the transformation of energy sector.

In the “Connect” category, GE is seeking breakthrough ideas to improve grid efficiency by three means: reducing losses, reducing voltage and improving system reliability. I will take these three solutions one by one.

First, delivery losses occur due to the complexity of the grid. The grid consists of several energy sources which are interconnected. This complex interconnectivity which also includes a grid-tie inverter (that converts DC power from the grid to AC power) contributes to the reduction of the expected capacity of the grid. The grid capacity needs to be freed up. The solution to these losses is by using an off-grid photovoltaic array which operates independently; it is not connected to other energy sources or the grid. It is more efficient. It has its own simple stand-alone inverter, rechargeable storage battery (to serve during off-peak periods) and a charge controller (to prevent the battery from overcharging).

Second, over-delivery of energy is a technical phenomenon associated with grid-related systems. It occurs due to increase in power drawn from the grid. This makes consumers or subscribers to the grid pay for unused energy; they usually pay a higher rate. The solution to this is by using an off-grid photovoltaic array because it has a fixed or rated capacity and output; it is not interfered by other energy sources. This solution is economical because consumers do not have to pay for bills or overcharged bills.

Third, system unreliability results from power outages due to poor identification and isolation of faults. These faults affect the entire system and may lead to power outage of a city or a larger region. The solution to this is by using off-grid photovoltaic arrays because it can easily be maintained and faults can easily be detected. Even if faults were not detected on time, the power outage would only affect a single building or premises and not an entire city.

Please, critically analyze and comment on my idea: “off-grid photovoltaic arrays.” From your opinion, is my idea feasible? Will it potentially make a significant impact on the global energy challenges we face?

Thanks and good luck.

http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=B1C8A072-AE7B-4F2D-A58A-F9CCFACC4541

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Hi,

You have a brilliant idea. Your idea will surely ameliorate the global energy situation. You are a genius. I have voted for your idea. Take a look at my idea on “off-grid photovoltaic arrays:”

http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=B1C8A072-AE7B-4F2D-A58A-F9CCFACC4541

Good luck!

Welcome to GE challenge, And Congratulation, nice idea, you got my vote. Take a look of mine! Hope to have your support! I hope all the useful ideas awarded by GE,
1- http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=12EB3117-EA0C-41EB-B657-5A60BD78BD2A&idea_id={8188F358-E81A-4E97-8453-8F72DD154605}
2- http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=12EB3117-EA0C-41EB-B657-5A60BD78BD2A&idea_id={9D3A9C54-CEAF-4EA5-AAC7-DA121343E1DD}
3- http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=12EB3117-EA0C-41EB-B657-5A60BD78BD2A&idea_id={2E2920F6-068A-42AD-85E9-2E9A9B4CBC81}

Great IDEA!!
U GOT MY VOTE...

My Idea is to set up Solar Power Plants @ Equatorial Regions where we have maximum exposure to sun’s untamed energy. View Idea at:
http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=067BF82E-80AA-4AE9-A970-6CAAB940DF7E

Also we can increase number of Greener Products in the market by encouraging Strict Green Ratings at Manufacturers Level. View Idea at:
http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=D931273E-5216-42B5-8B33-031B920EB62D

Do have a look and do vote for them if u like.
Good Luck!!

I like this idea very much!

It has my vote!
If you have time take a look at my idea.
Thanks!

Solar Powered Street Lights with grid backup
http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=12EB3117-EA0C-41EB-B657-5A60BD78BD2A&idea_id=A3070AEF-BD89-4037-B17B-BB713D02F4C8

hello my name is tim i believe we should come together as one and use all of our ideas to become more self sustainable. if we all work together we can accomplish a lot. the first step in becoming sustianable is to have every one collect, create, and most importantly STORE our own electricity. in other words lets get rid of the power grid all together. check out my idea at http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=1DF2EC42-DA4B-43BF-9FB5-8C400607457F

Dear
You have my vote
That's a good idea.
If you can vote on my ideas I'll be very happy.

http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=BB6A1427-6AC9-4761-8F1A-4DCD062E975C

http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=1066311F-3EA9-4EBD-8219-B1A209B92C0D

Dear,
You have my vote!
Congratulations by good idea!
If you could vote for my project I thanks?
http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=96D4AF0D-8C26-4CC5-B130-A356FD494621
I have animation with audio in english,
https://www.eip500.com/en/eip.html
Thank you very much by your attention.
Fernando Pacheco
powereip@gmail.com

Welcome to GE Ecomagination Challenge - You’ve got our vote just for being here! – Just joining this Challenge lets us know that like us at Clean Legacy, you are one who is also concerned with the future of the environment and the world we must leave to our children! The Clean Legacy Group with its flagship product, the Skylight PP-CPV and its related family of alternative energy products seeks to join with others to bring our low carbon footprint products to everyone everywhere. I hope you’ll join us and visit our page and cast your vote of support for our clean, green – eco friendly alternative energy machines. To view our offering please visit the Clean Legacy vote page by clicking here. - http://challenge.ecomagination.com/ct/ct_a_view_idea.bix?c=ideas&idea_id=E2620471-DDE7-497B-9D08-7B40F2ABB9EF You can also reach us on Facebook, just friend me @ John L Coulson



Remember it’s the top five ideas that GE determines that move ahead and not the top five vote getters, so just entering the Challenge gives us all an equal chance and an excellent way to network with many others in the alternative energy field. Imagine what we could accomplish together! - Let’s talk clean energy sometime soon. IamInventing@gmail.com or www.webstarts.com/IamInventorHope to see you in November! – Regards and best of luck to everyone! JLC Inventor/Founder - The Clean Legacy Group – A proud Canadian “For Profit” Environmental enterprise.