Tag: Innovation
Assessing the Clean Energy Economy Through a Risk Management and Innovation Lens
Reimagining Risk in the Clean Energy Economy When I think of risk, I’m compelled to either eliminate it, prepare for it, or endure its consequences. The clean energy economy emerged from the need to mitigate the risks of escalating natural … Read more
Cleantech Innovations in Freiburg Germany
Today I started the day bright and early, going out for a morning walk around the city of Freiburg. The streets were quiet and vendors for the farmer’s market were beginning to set up their booths outside the Freiburg Minister. … Read more
The Energy Transition: Up Close at TNO labs and the Port of Rotterdam
The Burch Fellowship Students immersed themselves first-hand in the energy transition with two site visits today with TNO labs and the Port of Rotterdam. These site visits provided us with the tools and knowledge to advance in the future of … Read more
Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy: Burch Cleantech Europe Tour
Today’s agenda centered around our visit to the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy (ISE), the largest solar research institute in Europe. Our visit started with a presentation from Professor Dr. Bruno Burger discussing pathways to a climate-neutral energy system focusing … Read more
The Powerful Future of Offshore Wind Energy with SEWC’s Katharine Kollins
Emerging offshore wind technology is giving the wind industry a push in the United States. Throughout my time as an intern for the Cleantech Corner, I focused on the wind industry and had the pleasure of speaking with Katharine Kollins. … Read more
Energy Storage with Bill Capp: Now and Where We Are Going
The planning process for the 2023 UNC Cleantech Summit is well underway to book keynotes, panelists, and special guests. As part of the IE Cleantech Corner Initiative, the UNC student group that helps develop content and speakers for this annual … Read more
Economic Impact of Offshore Wind Energy in NC Communities
There is no doubt that all economies took a hit as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. Most countries, states, and even individual cities were faced with devastating economic impacts as a result of the necessary lockdowns. Many companies went … Read more
What to Know About Shell Energy and The Global Energy Transition
Many leading companies in the traditional energy sector are making bold choices to position their companies as leaders in the new energy economy. Clean Innovations in the New Energy Economy Shell Energy is one of those global companies that has … Read more
Living Roofs Delivers on Economic, Environmental and Social Sustainability
Living Roofs, Inc. (LRI) is a small company headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina that works to “bring roofs to life.” Founded in 2006, LRI holds the title as the oldest green roofing company in the region. Their team includes landscape … Read more
Connecting the Community to Culture through Black Cotton
Julius Tillery is making cotton farming cool. As a fifth-generation cotton farmer, Julius Tillery wanted to take his family’s farm and turn it into a trendy, sustainable business. His idea? Growing cotton for the purpose of art and decor. “We … Read more