LONDON - A new era in battery technology is dawning, and it promises to revolutionize the way we store and use energy. Solid-state batteries, which use solid electrolytes instead of the liquid or gel-based electrolytes found in traditional lithium-ion batteries, are poised to become the next big thing in energy storage. With the potential to
SAN FRANCISCO - Solar and wind power have set a record, generating more electricity in the US than coal for the first five months of 2023. Data from the US Energy Information Administration indicates that the two renewables outproduced coal in January, February and March, CBS News reported, while preliminary figures show the same trend for
DETROIT - The automakers are gearing up to produce new electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles — a byproduct of public policies and market demand. The Inflation Reduction Act will cut CO2 emissions by 40% from a 2005 baseline, partly provided by the incentives given to EVs and hydrogen cars. Automakers are shifting gears and
DETROIT - The Motor City ISSA members are welcome on June 29 to a free pass, which includes CPEs, a signed copy of “The Cyber Elephant in the Boardroom” from our keynote speaker, entrance into the general sessions room, access to the exhibit hall, breakfast, lunch, and networking/happy hour reception. Featured Speakers: • Mathieu Gorge,
TROY – Automation Alley has been awarded $2 million from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response to create a university-based cybersecurity center in Michigan. The Oakland University Cybersecurity Center will leverage the expertise of several strategic partners, including Oakland University, Fraunhofer USA, SensCy, and GRIMM Cyber. The team
JACKSON COUNTY – Jackson County kicked off a $28.1 million project with Veregy to improve energy and operational efficiency while enhancing County facilities. With recent legislation, specifically the American Rescue Plan Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, the County is eligible to receive nearly $13.7 million in federal funding, which can be deducted from the
LANSING – Michigan Community Colleges Offering Course Credit For Industry-Recognized Credentials Towards Degrees “Skills gained by obtaining an industry-recognized credential are directly connected to knowledge learned on our campuses,” said Brandy Johnson, MCCA President. “This new partnership recognizes the hard work being done by our students outside the classroom by awarding course credit for more
SEATTLE – In a new study, ResumeBuilder.com reports 10 percent of companies ‘currently use AI interviews,’ 17 percent ‘plan to start AI interviews this year,’ and 17 percent ‘plan to start AI interviews in 2024. Thirty-two percent of respondents say their company does ‘not have plans to start AI interviews,’and over 20 percent are ‘unsure
ANN ARBOR — Ann Arbor SPARK has launched the Livingston and Washtenaw Counties Child Care Coalition. This effort brings together local child care providers, families, policymakers, and businesses to address the issue of child care from an economic development perspective. The coalition will work together to develop and implement a regional action plan over the
EAST LANSING — MSU Federal Credit Union and the Desk Drawer Fund foundation are excited to announce the winner of the Q2 2023 Desk Drawer Fund Member Raffle. On Friday, June 2, Desk Drawer Fund Chair Ernest Betts drew the winning ticket, announcing Elizabeth Tabor as our raffle winner. Tabor received $20,000 as the raffle
