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Going Green: Why Germany Has the Inside Track to Lead a New Industrial Revolution from Knowledge@Wharton In 2008, even as Americans argue over whether renewable energy is a fantasy, Germany generated 14.2 percent of its electrical power from renewable resources. Already a leading player in so-called clean technology -- the mix of environmentally benign power generation and environmentally friendly technologies -- Germany may become the epicenter of the world's next industrial revolution: the triumph of clean, cheap, sustainable electricity. More The Challenge of Increasing Electrical Safety from IAEI Magazine Do electrical inspections suffer at the expense of political issues facing the construction industry? Let's look at how inspectors may be suffering from the success of electrical safety. More Code Inspectors Expand Roles Due to Layoffs from the Commercial Appeal Chris Byrd spent one morning this week hanging notices on front doors in Collierville, Tenn., and chiding homeowners about tall grass, a leaning chimney and an aging Lincoln Continental on jack stands. Byrd is an electrical inspector for the town, but these days he spends part of his time looking for improperly placed yard sale signs and other violations of Collierville's zoning codes. More Counterfeit Electronics Sold In U.S. At Alarming Rate from WEWS-TV An Ohio NBC station investigation uncovered thousands of counterfeit electronics in everything from common extension cords to video games. While counterfeit electronics are cheaper, they're also prone to fail. The nation's electronics industry warns this is a serious safety threat. From extension cords to batteries for your cameras and games, failure of these electronics could start a fire in your home. More    Product Showcase: Eti Conformity Services Eti Conformity Services is the largest independent testing, maintenance and engineering service company in the United States. With strategically located services centers nationwide, you’ll receive local responsiveness and global capability. For 30 years, the Eti Conformity Services name has been synonymous with quality and experience as well as being known for producing consistent results in electrical testing throughout many industries. When it comes time to conduct your next field evaluation, Eti Conformity has the experience you can trust. More Wire and Cable Company Goes Green and Introduces SolarWire to Save Energy from PR Web Electrical wire and cable is not just for the electrical output any longer. The rapid growing industry known as the photovoltaic industry of solar roofing has taken philatron wire and cable to the unique design of SolarWire. More IAEI Seeks New Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director from IAEI The International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) is seeking an energetic, experienced professional from the electrical industry or inspection community to be its next Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director. The successful candidate should have experience in the technical aspects of the electrical industry equally balanced with skills in overall organizational management. Applications must be received by June 1, 2009. More Diversity vs. Demand from Electrical Contractor Magazine There are two terms that seem to confuse designers. These terms are “diversity factor” and “demand factor.” To better understand the application of these terms when calculating the load for a service or a feeder supplying a facility, one must understand their meaning. More

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