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Oct. 14, 2026
New research aims to strengthen power grid resilience against wildfires
Research highlight for a novel decision-making tool known as an optimization framework.
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Oct. 12, 2026
Research volunteers capture data from major wildfire smoke events
A network of volunteers supporting captured valuable air pollution data from Canada’s wildfires in July as part of a longer study.
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Oct. 5, 2026
Energy Institute announces expansion of zero-barrier K-12 outreach
Since 2024, the Energy Institute’s outreach program has reached almost 25,000 people.
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Oct. 5, 2026
Bohemian Foundation invests $5 million in CSU energy innovation, democracy and the arts
Bohemian Foundation invests $5 million in CSU energy innovation, democracy and the arts
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Sept. 30, 2026
Policy center inspires lawmakers to turn clean energy ideas into law
Supporting the exchange of information, ideas and expertise.
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Sept. 3, 2026
Cogen Fellowship expands student opportunity
Every year the Energy Institute partners with host organizations to offer 10 week fellowships to current CSU students.
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Sept. 1, 2026
CSU EnergyFest brings hands-on energy research to Fort Collins
Electric race cars, hands-on science activities and a behind-the-scenes look at some of Colorado State University’s energy research are coming to the Powerhouse Energy Campus.
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Aug. 7, 2026
CSU research supports future Mars missions
Awarded $750,000 through the NASA Early Career Faculty program to develop laser-based measurements and models that could help improve thermal protection systems for future Mars missions.
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Aug. 10, 2026
Faculty member, students bring sustainable mushroom farming to rural Zambia
Students invented, designed and constructed an operational solar powered pasteurization system.
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Aug. 4, 2026
Clean Energy Legislative Academy celebrates 10 years of bipartisan energy policy leadership
CELA Serves as a national forum where policymakers engage directly with leading experts on the most pressing energy challenges facing states today.
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Aug. 4, 2026
Suzanne Tegen named director of CSU’s Center for the New Energy Economy
The Energy Institute has appointed Suzanne Tegen as director of the Center for the New Energy Economy, marking a new chapter for one of the nation’s leading university-based energy policy organizations.
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July 28, 2026
150 ways CSU has made Colorado (and the world) a better place since 1876
Students invented, designed and constructed an operational solar powered pasteurization system.
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July 22, 2026
CSU researchers selected for two highly competitive Department of Energy Genesis Mission projects
CSU researchers on two different projects were awarded prestigious Phase I Genesis Mission awards from the U.S. Department of Energy.
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July 31, 2026
Three pieces of CSU research that will be featured at the NSS conference
How can you make chemical processes better for the environment?
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July 17, 2026
Student engineering project helps democratize air quality monitoring
Robotic system is now being commercialized for more affordable air quality analysis.
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July 13, 2026
Grants of up to $130K offered to CSU researchers for advanced industries projects
Fast-tracking university innovations into commercial markets for statewide economic impact.
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June 8, 2026
High School Team Turn School Project into a NASA Win with Energy Institute Help
Supporting nine high school students from Weld County in a NASA challenge.
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June 2026
Before the Haze Arrives: CSU's RADSENSE Project Is Forecasting Wildfire Smoke in Real Time
CSU team uses deep-learning to better protect public heath
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May 27, 2026
Energy Institute’s Incubator Hub spurs entrepreneurship
Free, practical entrepreneurship guidance for CSU community members.
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April 22, 2026
Powerhouse Researcher Receives Scholarship Impact Award
The Recent Achievement award recognizes those whose scholarship has had a major impact nationally and/or internationally.
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April 20, 2026
Senior research project reaches CSU first
Serving as a landmark in broader research at the Powerhouse Energy Campus.
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April 14, 2026
Mechanical engineering students tackle high-stakes laser fusion project
Students are pushing the boundaries of innovation with a cutting-edge laser fusion company.
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April 6, 2026
CSU leads research to modernize the power grid for resiliency and reliability
Severe weather has prompted communities to consider the best way to keep the lights on.
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March 12, 2026
CSU research proposes new solution to advance nation’s power infrastructure
Recent weather-related power outages and rising energy costs highlight the need to modernize.
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March 12, 2026
More than 400 students attend Youth Climate Leadership Summit
Expanding their climate literacy and exploring related careers.
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March 3, 2026
Two CSU professors are 2026 senior members of National Academy of Inventors
John Volckens pioneered the development of several air-pollution sensor technologies.
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March 1, 2026
Rethinking steam: AtmosZero’s bid to decarbonize industry
Loveland startup raises $28.5M to electrify industrial boilers with 'boiler 2.0' technology
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Feb. 27, 2026
High Schoolers Design and Build Wind Turbines for KidWind Competition
Students to work as a team as they experiment and get creative to solve engineering problems.
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Feb. 2026
CSU researchers awarded $800,000 to accelerate Colorado’s Advanced Industries
Moving high-potential innovations toward market
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Feb. 9, 2026
Dairy farmers help CSU researchers develop new tech
Saving their businesses money and reducing waste in the process.
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Jan. 30, 2026
Center for the New Energy Economy hosts academy to support coal communities in transition
Center for the New Energy Economy hosts virtual academy
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Jan. 29, 2026
Colorado residents frustrated over planned outages, seek more information about burying power lines
CBS Colorado's Alan Gionet interviews Zongjie Wang
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Jan. 29, 2026
Roam Partnership Rolls Out Africa’s First
Low-Cost Robotic Welding for Electric Motorcycles
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Dec. 19, 2025
A glimpse into the 180+ research projects at the Powerhouse Energy Campus
Aerospace, energy storage, indoor air quality, and more.
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Nov. 17, 2025
Colorado professor invents new electric heat pump, recognized as a TIME100 climate innovator
An interview with Aspen Public Radio
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Nov. 3, 2025
Todd Bandhauer featured in TIME100 Climate list for 2025
An international award for driving climate solutions through business channels.
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Oct. 27, 2025
From Powerlines to Power Bills
Grid Modernization Initiative charges up our electric future.
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Oct. 20, 2025
The Center for the New Energy Economy Drives Bipartisanship with Clean Energy Resources
CELA empowers state legislators with a bipartisan network.
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Oct. 16, 2025
Lasers, Ammonia, and a High-Speed Camera
How a custom designed chamber advanced research capabilities.
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Oct. 2, 2025
CSU develops a new way to better estimate statewide methane emissions
CSU develops a new way to better estimate statewide methane emissions
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Sept. 3, 2025
Fueling the Future at the Powerhouse
Laying the foundations of the Energy Institute's HyPER Test Bed
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Sept. 2, 2025
Electrical and Computer Engineering department adds three faculty at technology forefront
Driving innovation and prepare students for the rapidly changing digital world.
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Sept. 22, 2025
Meet CSU’s innovators
A closer look at the patented technology that’s come from CSU’s labs and entered the marketplace.
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Aug. 8, 2025
Immersive Summer Program Connects CSU Students to Colorado’s Clean Energy Ecosystem
Undergraduate and graduate students gained access to the region’s top energy facilities, emerging technologies, and career insights.
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Aug. 25, 2025
Mike Richard Joins the Center for the New Energy Economy at Colorado State University
Michael recently concluded two 5-year terms as a Commissioner on the Maryland Public Service Commission. He will join CNEE as a Senior Policy Advisor to lead and advise projects on clean energy, transmission, and electricity markets across the country.
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Aug. 7, 2025
New summer program provides research opportunities to visiting international students
CSU hosted 38 visiting international undergraduate students for short-term research experiences.
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Aug. 2025
CSU researchers tackle “forever chemicals” with new technology
PFAS are a group of synthetic compounds that are everywhere—and extremely hard to get rid of.
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July 14, 2025
CSU aerospace researcher Ciprian Dumitrache wins prestigious NSF CAREER Award
The National Science Foundation’s prestigious CAREER award is one of the most competitive and esteemed honors for early-career faculty in the United States.
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June 24, 2025
Cam the Ram Goes Mobile
When you need a statue to move, you call the Rapid Prototyping Lab.
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June 19, 2025
Could Propane Be the New Diesel?
Colorado State University’s Dr. Daniel Olsen on an Engine Research Milestone for Cleaner Trucking
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May 20, 2025
Pedal power: Custom indoor bike parking added at Powerhouse Energy Campus
The bike facility reflects CSU’s ongoing commitment to advancing sustainable transportation options.
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April 14, 2025
CSU Center for the New Energy Economy joins the CSU Energy Institute
The Center for the New Energy Economy – Colorado State University’s energy policy think tank – is joining forces with the CSU Energy Institute.
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March 25, 2025
CSU students ROAM to Africa for senior design project
During their trip they were able to visit the manufacturing facilities ROAM works with and see the materials and manufacturing capabilities available.
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March 28, 2025
Where Should We Grow Algae to Replace Petroleum Fuels?
For algae to ultimately work as fuel, researchers need to continue to look at its composition in addition to its productivity by creating algae with a higher oil composition.
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Jan. 28, 2025
CSU professors launch study to determine hazards of smoke and ash from L.A. fire
Four CSU professors deployed air samplers to assess the risks during and after urban wildfires.