THE PHRASE “ OFF THE GRID ” was once associated with a complete abandonment of technology . Now , with the increasing availability of energy storage systems , consumers can go “ off the grid ” in their very own homes . In this month ’ s edition of Energy Digital , we take a look at six big names making waves in the home energy storage market .

Speaking of waves , we ’ ve also plunged into the world of wave and tidal energy with a feature on the European Marine Energy Centre ( EMEC ), a state-of-the-art testing facility for wave and tidal technologies . It ’ s predicted that wave and tidal energy could one day generate up to 20 percent of electricity in the UK . EMEC ’ s Managing Director talked us through what is needed for a wave and tidal take-off .

Lastly , we examine how 3D-printed heat exchangers could create a revolution in the energyefficiency of buildings . The potential for energy savings isn ’ t always obvious ; sometimes it is hidden , largely unseen , in an HVAC system . As always , let us know what you think of the issue @ EnergyDigital

Editor jennifer . johnson @ bizclikmedia . com

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