A sea change for seafloor mapping September 30, 2021 by Heather Clancy One of the biggest challenges in drawing ocean maps at any depth has been the relative lack of standardization in how data is shared. Climate Tech Startups Oceans & Fisheries Sensors
Welcome to the roaring 2020s, the artificial intelligence decade January 2, 2020 by Heather Clancy The applications being made possible by breakthroughs in machine learning, image recognition, analytics and sensors are profoundly practical. Information Technology Food & Agriculture Artificial Intelligence Sensors Biodiversity
How tech became the 'wind at the back' of the sustainability movement February 28, 2019 by Katie Fehrenbacher Technology is a tool that companies can increasingly use to meet sustainability and climate emissions reductions goals. Information Technology Climate Tech Technology Data Sensors Solar Energy Storage Wind Power
How the factory of the future saves energy August 28, 2017 by Heather Clancy Thanks to data, sensors and software, it may be closer than you think. Information Technology Supply Chain Sensors
How Internet of things startup Verdigris gives buildings a voice March 16, 2017 by Heather Clancy The new cloud-based company promises savings up to millions of dollars. But for starters, the upfront investment is minimal. Sensors
The 'Internet of Soil' gets a boost from sensor makers Bosch, Flex April 13, 2016 by Lauren Hepler Water-saving agriculture tech startup CropX has secured new backing as more big businesses scope out the smart farming space. Food & Agriculture Information Technology VERGE Sensors
How cities and citizens will lead in climate solutions December 17, 2015 by Jane Lubchenco In the post-COP21 era, we need data more than ever to keep us on track to reduce emissions in cities and beyond. Climate Conferences Cities Sensors Big Data
Has this Singapore hotel uncovered the future of hospitality energy efficiency? March 20, 2015 by Matthew Cullinen Retrofits at the Marina Bay Sands resort result in 11 percent energy savings and a two-year return on investment. Tourism & Hospitality Sensors
Startup looks to space, oceans for expansive data network January 26, 2015 by Heather Clancy Terbine is building a global platform where organizations can buy and contribute data about the physical world. Energy is its priority. Information Technology Data Renewable Energy Oil & Gas Sensors
Enlighted turns smart lighting into a service November 13, 2014 by Heather Clancy The startup has organized at least $1 billion in financing for networked LEDs and sensors that can drive substantial energy savings. Sensors LED lighting