An Investment Bubble May be Emerging in Solar Energy, Cautions Bourne Research

Renewable energy is a hot topic, but with the number of start-ups and investors jumping on the solar power bandwagon, a bubble appears to be emerging. The good news is that there are other renewable energy segments currently leveraging MEMS and Nanotech-based solutions that offer equally exciting growth opportunities.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- With gas prices at record highs this past summer, and growing concerns about global warming, it’s little wonder that there’s been so much focus on renewable energy, and solar power in particular, reports Bourne Research. But with the intense spotlight on photovoltaics, enthusiasm about next-generation possibilities is exceeding current market reality. As a result, near-term growth opportunities within other renewable energy segments –– notably biomass and hydrogen –– which also benefit from the use of MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems) and Nanotechnology, shouldn’t be overlooked, the high-tech market research firm says.

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About Bourne Research

Bourne Research is a trusted source of market intelligence, with a specialized focus on MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), Nanotechnology, and the convergence of both. Its founder, Marlene Bourne, is a highly respected industry analyst with more than a decade of experience following the development of emerging technologies, and is internationally recognized as one of the leading experts on MEMS.

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