News tagged with power providers

Siemens makes US acquisition in smart grid sector

German engineering giant Siemens said Monday it has agreed to buy eMeter, a US-based data management specialist, in a bid to enhance its position in the field of so-called smart grids.

Technology / Energy & Green Tech

created Dec 05, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New Research Can Spot Cloud Computing Problems Before They Start

(PhysOrg.com) -- Large-scale computer hosting infrastructures offer a variety of services to computer users, including cloud computing - which offers users access to powerful computers and software applications hosted by ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Jul 12, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

MP3 co-creator wants to smarten-up dumb devices

A German electrical engineer who helped make MP3 players a reality has turned his attention to making "dumb devices" act smart.

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Jan 11, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Scientists seek safe carbon dioxide storage for 'greener' power generation (w/ Video)

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced plans to fund research at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Engineering on technologies that would help reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the capture ...

Space & Earth / Environment

created Nov 09, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

For some, prominent power lines dim enthusiasm for green power

In the summer heat, Rockney Compton's spring-fed koi pond doubles as a swimming hole for his three kids, and in the spring it is a water bowl for his dogs.

Technology / Energy & Green Tech

created May 19, 2009 | popularity 2 / 5 (3) | comments 4

IBM launches water-management services operation

(AP) -- IBM Corp. wants to get really deep into water.

Technology / Business

created Mar 13, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0