Energy Efficiency

Sep 21, 2023

Material Would Allow Users to ‘Tune’ Windows to Block Targeted Wavelengths of Light

Users could switch windows to a mode that blocks infrared light, helping keep a building cool while leaving the windows transparent to visible light. 

Aug 8, 2023

Upgrades at Campus Utility Plants Drive Energy and Cost Savings

Upgrades at campus utility plants drive energy reduction and cost savings. 

Jul 25, 2023

New Robot Boosts Solar Energy Research

The robot conducts experiments more efficiently and sustainably to develop a range of new semiconductor materials. 

Jun 23, 2023

Rob Handfield Addresses Why China Dominates the World’s EV Supply Chain

Poole College professor Rob Handfield discusses the world’s reliance on China for electric vehicle batteries and what the U.S. needs to gain a competitive edge. 

May 18, 2023

Summer Energy Savings On Campus

NC State’s Summer Energy Savings Initiative leverages lull in classroom usage for energy conservation, reducing costs and minimizing straing for regional electricity grids. 

Mar 29, 2023

The 2023 Energy Preview Now Available

We are thrilled to announce the release of our inaugural Energy Preview, available here for download. The Energy Preview was launched by the NC State Energy Collaborative in the Fall of… 

Mar 16, 2023

Progress On Campus Energy, Water Savings

Explore NC State’s 2022 Energy and Water Annual Report. 

Feb 27, 2023

Corralling Ions Improves Viability of Next Generation Solar Cells

The finding paves the way for a new generation of lighter, more flexible, and more efficient solar cell technologies suitable for practical use. 

Feb 10, 2023

A Clean Burn

Most of the energy we use for our daily needs – turning on the heat or driving a car, for example – comes from the combustion, or burning, of fossil… 

Jan 17, 2023

Modeling Creates Potential For 45% Early-Stage Energy Savings

Discover how NC State reduces energy and emissions in construction through energy modeling at go.ncsu.edu/EnergyManagement.