smart metering
Texas-based transmission and distribution system operator Oncor has reached the tw0-million mark for installed smart meters across the state. Launched in 2008, Oncor’s smart-meter deployment program is now about two-thirds of the way toward the finish line. “This is a significant milestone in our efforts to install more than
fuel cells
Fuel-cell manufacturer ClearEdge Power has raised $73.5 million in financing through the sale of new shares and the conversion of previously issued promissory notes. The company expects to use the funds to expand its customer base in key commercial markets, grow internationally and develop and commercialize new products. ClearEdge
A new system for analyzing rivers, weather and sensor data could help provide extra warning time in advance of floods and improve disaster prevention and preparedness efforts. Researchers from IBM and the University of Texas (UT) at Austin have used the advanced analytics system to predict the behavior of Texas’
Greenbang Awards
Which are the top technologies, services and projects aimed at building a more energy-efficient, resource-smart and sustainable future? We’re asking you to nominate the best of the best for our Greenbang 2011 Awards. Entries are now being accepted for the second annual Greenbang Awards, and we’re seeking submissions
smart water meters
Silver Spring Networks plans to integrate Australia-based Freestyle Technology’s Zigbee-based smart water meter module with its own Smart Energy Platform. Both companies say the partnership builds on their vision of providing an interoperable, open and flexible networking platform to help develop next-generation smart-grid applications for utilities and consumers. By
The Linde Group plans to build a pilot carbon-capture plant in Alabama with the support of $15 million in funding from the US Department of Energy (DOE). The facility, to be built in the town of Wilsonville near Birmingham, is being designed to test novel CO2 scrubbing solutions to reduce
solar energy
What was planned as the world’s largest solar energy facility will now rely on photovoltaics rather than concentrating solar power to generate electricity. Solar Trust of America says it plans to convert the first 500-megawatt (MW) phase of the Blythe Solar Power Project from concentrated solar power (CSP) to
smart cities
Greenbang will be getting together with some of the top leaders in the smart-city space next month when it hosts its 50 Smart City Influencers drinks event in London. Sponsorship opportunities for the gathering — which will include leaders from Siemens, Cisco, S&C Electric Europe and LED Lease Solutions,
efficiency
Following its recent acquisition of a product and software business from CURRENT Group, smart-grid firm S&C Electric Company has introduced a new optimization solution aimed at improving grid efficiency and stability. With up to seven percent of electricity lost during distribution, utilities need a way to reduce total
Smart-grid plans for California pass a mid-term review but will need to provide more details to earn a final passing grade, according to the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). The organization used its recently released smart-grid evaluation framework, or “score card,” to analyze around 1,000 pages of material submitted by
smart cities
Cisco has begun working with the Canadian Province of Ontario to help create a smarter, more connected and sustainable economy for the region. Ontario and Cisco Canada aim to develop a framework that will drive innovation and sustainable economic development in areas like health and wellness, energy, smart cities, education
home energy management
Virginia-based energy information software provider Opower now has 10 Minnesota utilities using its Home Energy Reporting program, with its offering covering about 50 percent of the state’s electricity service area. With the latest addition — Shakopee Public Utilities (SPU) — 6 percent of Minnesota households now receive Opower Home Energy Reports,
