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Winter Energy Bill Woes: Do You Know WATTs Up?

February 14, 2014 | posted by The Institute

As we trudge into a brisk February, most of us have probably already received our utility bills for December and January.

Energy secretary backs mix of power sources

February 07, 2014 | posted by The Institute

During a visit to San Antonio Thursday, Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz said President Barack Obama’s push for use of all energy sources - his “all of the above” energy policy - is the best solution to meet the nation’s power needs.

NSF $400K grant supports UTSA wind energy research

February 03, 2014 | posted by The Institute

Although wind resources in the United States are abundant, the cost of generating wind energy is still prohibitively expensive when compared to natural gas and fossil fuels.

The Institute Is Now Hiring

February 03, 2014 | posted by The Institute

The Institute is looking for Graduate Students interested in pursuing research in sustainable energy

The Institute Is Now Hiring

February 03, 2014 | posted by The Institute

The Institute is looking for Graduate Students interested in pursuing research in sustainable energy

Family completes first cross-country Tesla Model S drive using free energy

January 30, 2014 | posted by The Institute

Range anxiety has been a hot topic when it comes to electric vehicles. Tesla has fought hard to convince skeptics that EVs remain a viable option for everyone, not just for those that never leave the confines of their hometown.

In Texas, Wind Nears 10% of Electricity

January 28, 2014 | posted by The Institute

Wind power generation in Texas continued its steady upward march in 2013, and it’s now on the doorstop of 10 percent of the state’s electricity supply.