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May
13

Eight definitions of 'smart buildings'

So what exactly are “smart buildings”? The simple answer is that there’s automation involved somehow that makes managing and
3 min read
May
13

Five of the world's smartest new buildings

What makes a smart building? Efficiency and minimal waste are critical, but it takes more than just green construction materials
3 min read
May
12

DOE aims to change energy outlook

How do you transform the energy system of a nation of 300 million people? The US Department of Energy (DOE)
6 min read
May
12

Solar fun in the US sun

How can you encourage the growth of solar energy in communities where, say, many of the residents are renters who
2 min read
May
11

Underground, overground... wirelessly free - tracking the smart grid

Power plants and end-user buildings aren’t the only spots where utilities need to monitor energy flow and quality for
1 min read
May
11

Devil's advocate: Let's ditch these energy technologies

In a perfect world, we’d pursue any technological advancement and scientific achievement worth pursuing, no matter what the cost.
2 min read
May
11

Smart-grid data: How much is enough (or too much)?

More and more, technology companies are realising “there’s gold in them thar data” … as in all the data that
2 min read
May
10

User Friendly award goes to ... E.ON UK

Here’s a refreshing development in the world of smart metering rollouts: a pledge by a utility to not only
1 min read
May
10

High concentration PV lets deserts ride a waterless solar wave

Around this time next year, energy customers in Colorado will be getting some of their electricity from a new type
2 min read
May
10

Small town aims at big-time 'future proofing'

Despite continued opposition by some in the public (and in government as well), cities across the US continue to roll
1 min read