Illinois
ComEd looks to blockchain as tool to manage an increasingly complex grid
The Illinois utility has partnered with a California company called Xage to test out its blockchain-based software.
cleantech
This Boston startup wants to take the noise — and emissions — out of boating
Flux Marine recently won a $10,000 prize as part of this year’s Cleantech Open Northeast competition.
technology
State grant to fund solar-plus-storage pilot at Southern Illinois University
The project will provide hands-on experience for students and first responders while testing renewable energy potential in the coal-heavy region
research
In era of cheap renewables, there’s still a need for research, NREL director says
The world still needs renewable innovation to match the challenges facing the planet in the coming decades.
efficiency
A small Minnesota city is deploying drones to scan for building heat loss
The city of Warren hopes its aerial thermal images will help building owners recognize energy efficiency opportunities.