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Senior research project reaches CSU first
April 2026: Serving as a landmark in broader research at the Powerhouse Energy Campus.
Mechanical engineering students tackle high-stakes laser fusion project
April 2026: Students are pushing the boundaries of innovation with a cutting-edge laser fusion company.
CSU research proposes new solution to advance nation’s power infrastructure
April 2026: Severe weather has prompted communities to consider the best way to keep the lights on.
CSU research proposes new solution to advance nation’s power infrastructure
March 2026: Recent weather-related power outages and rising energy costs highlight the need to modernize.
More than 400 students attend Youth Climate Leadership Summit
March 2026: Expanding their climate literacy and exploring related careers.
Two CSU professors are 2026 senior members of National Academy of Inventors
March 2026: John Volckens pioneered the development of several air-pollution sensor technologies.
High Schoolers Design and Build Wind Turbines for KidWind Competition
Feb. 2026: Students to work as a team as they experiment and get creative to solve engineering problems.
Dairy Farmers Help CSU Researchers Develop New Tech
Feb. 2026: Saving their businesses money and reducing waste in the process
Supporting coal communities in transition
Jan. 2026: Center for the New Energy Economy hosts virtual academy
Zongjie Wang on why are some power lines underground and others not?
Jan. 2026: CBS Colorado's Alan Gionet interviews Zongjie Wang
A glimpse into the 180+ research projects at the Powerhouse Energy Campus
Dec. 2025: Aerospace, energy storage, indoor air quality, and more.
Colorado professor invents new electric heat pump, recognized as a TIME100 climate innovator
Nov. 2025: An interview with Aspen Public Radio
Something is always happening at the #CSUEnergyInstitute
