The coveted awards–now in their 50th year–are presented annually in recognition of exceptional new products, processes, materials or software that were developed throughout the world and introduced into the market the previous year.
As part of an expanded partnership, the U.S. Energy Department and the National Park Service announced that five national parks around the country will deploy fuel efficient and alternative fuel vehicles.
The Energy Department has announced a total of $11 million in innovative research and technology grants of up to $150,000 awarded to nearly 67 small businesses nationwide.
Mississippi State University was named “Year One” overall winner in the three-year EcoCAR2, which offers 15 collegiate teams the chance to gain automotive engineering experience by improving energy efficiency.
EcoCAR 2: Plugging In to the Future today named Mississippi State University its Year One winner at the EcoCAR 2012 Competition in Los Angeles.