Solar Cars Challenged To Get More Real

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The University of Michigan's top-ranked solar car team prepares for new regulations at the World Solar Challenge that will require entries to be more like cars you see on the road. Read more →

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University Of Michigan Solar Car Shines Brightly In Competition

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The University of Michigan Solar Car Team pulls off another win at the American Solar Car Challenge, not only winning four times in a row but besting its previous record for trip time as well. Read more →

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Student Built Fuel-Efficient Car Uses Lawnmower Engine

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A student team from the University of Michigan believes it has found the answer to ultimate fuel-efficiency - using a lawnmower engine. Read more →

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Cars Vs. Climate: Eco-Driving Index Tells The Story

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The University of Michigan's new Eco-Driving Index estimates the monthly amount of greenhouse gases produced by an individual U.S. driver. Read more →

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Great Lakes Buoy Knows Offshore Wind Data

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The WindSentinel, a buoy that monitors offshore wind speeds, has spent two months assessing the potential for wind energy production in Lake Michigan. Read more →

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Road To Cleantech Glory Starts In Michigan

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Michigan students now have the opportunity to compete in nationwide clean-tech contests, thanks to a grant and a new competition series by the DOE. Read more →

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Big Blue Goes For Big Green On Campus

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The University of Michigan has announced that it will be dedicating $14 million to new efforts aimed at reducing campus emissions and greening its operations. Read more →

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Oh, Buoy: Lake Michigan Getting Wind Test

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Michigan researchers will soon deploy a wind monitoring buoy in Lake Michigan to assess the potential for offshore wind development in the Great Lakes. Read more →

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Solar Power Without Solar Cells?

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A group of researchers at the University of Michigan uncover the magnetic energy potential in light and develop a method of harnessing it. Read more →

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Could Hybrids Hit 74 MPG Efficiency?

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A researcher at the University of Michigan says the key to increased fuel efficiency in affordable vehicles is an optimized engine and ramped-up hybrid tech. Read more →

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