Researchers Zap Away Control Station
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Researchers at NC State have developed a method for optimizing energy in electrical grids without using a control center, which captures renewable energy and cuts down utility prices. The technology is called Cooperative Distributed Energy Scheduling (CoDES) and will use energy gathered from roof top solar panels, wind turbines and electric vehicle batteries.
City considers gas station restrictions
Thursday, June 11, 2015
A text change development case is currently awaiting review by the Raleigh City Council that could limit the future of the construction of gas stations within residential neighborhoods. According to the city of Raleigh’s public records, the text change recommendation, TC-2(B)-15, would limit the placement, size, hours and construction guidelines of any gas station that is built after the ordinance is passed.
Nepalese students raise earthquake relief funds
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
On April 25, an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 struck Nepal killing more than 8,000 and injuring more than 17,000. As a response to help the volunteer efforts of organizations such as the Red Cross, UNICEF, Oxfam and the International Medical Corps, The Nepalese Students’ Association at NC State set up a stand for two days, on Wednesday, April 29 and Friday, May 1, to raise awareness about the incident and encourage support.