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Category: Research & Development
California Energy Commission Seeks Comment on Preliminary Draft Research Roadmap
The California Energy Commission will host an online webinar June 28 to collect public comments on a plan for future […]
New Microgrid Helps Chemehuevi Reservation Generate Reliability, Savings
Tribal leaders and dignitaries were on hand May 23 for the dedication of a new microgrid for the Chemehuevi Indian […]
Once-Through Cooling Power Plant Phase Out in Progress
The use of once-through cooling (OTC) has been phased out at three more power plants since 2016, according to a […]
Form Energy Co-Founder Says Long-Duration Batteries Show Promise
Form Energy is developing a long-duration, low-cost battery that the company CEO says could set California a decade ahead of […]
Electric Vehicle Charge Optimization Project Reduces Energy Demand and Cost
A new communication tool may change the way electric vehicle drivers charge their cars and help them save money. The […]
Solar Microgrid Provides Power for East Bay Fire Stations
Three fire stations in Fremont are now prepared to keep emergency services flowing if the electricity grid shuts down. The […]
OhmConnect Gamifies Energy Use to Shift Energy Demand
An energy use interactivity company is changing how and when consumers use energy. The San Francisco-based OhmConnect bridges the gap […]
Blue Lake Rancheria Microgrid Funded By Energy Commission Continues To Produce Benefits
Since full commissioning in July 2017, the Blue Lake Rancheria microgrid continues to deliver stacked benefits to the tribal community […]
EPIC Symposium Showcases Alternative Energy Storage Technologies
A panel of researchers and business leaders at the California Energy Commission’s Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) symposium discussed how […]