An unexpected climate solution
First-place winner of the Wilkes Center Student Innovation Prize, Nicholas Witham, designed a renewable electric generator that relies on natural fluctuations in the Earth’s temperature.
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U.S. Assistant Secretary visits U and Utah FORGE site
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Alejandro Moreno and officials from the U.S. Department of Energy learned about ongoing research on geothermal energy, science communication and education.
Read MoreNew center brings U-EPIC research power to the energy transition
The interdisciplinary center helps make sure no one gets left behind in the transition to clean energy
Read MoreUpdates from the Utah FORGE project
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The U’s project is progressing toward developing new geothermal technology that could make the renewable energy of the Earth’s interior more accessible.
Read MoreHuman behavior sabotages CO2-reducing strategies
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A study found that the “rebound effect” negates some of the benefits of U.S. states’ policies aimed at improving efficiency and renewable energy sources in the residential sector.
Read MoreTrustees review academic senate recommendations
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Statement acknowledges important work of ad hoc committee.
Read MoreFORGE drills first well
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Wells will be used to create a geothermal reservoir where none existed naturally.
Read MoreThe U reaches 71% renewable energy
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A new solar energy contract drastically reduces the university’s carbon footprint.
Read MoreRenewable energy boosts
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Team of researchers including the U’s Lincoln Davies, a professor and associate dean at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, examined the evolution of state renewable portfolio standards.
Read MoreClean energy for all
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U to supply 50 percent of its electricity from carbon-free, renewable solar and geothermal energy sources, rises to the top of national rankings.
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