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  1. Liquid Battery Big Enough for the Electric Grid?

    MIT and Total, a French oil company, think they can solve the grid energy storage problem with a high temperature battery containing low-cost, molten metals.

    Submitted by Pedro Hernandez

  2. Google Says It Doesn’t Want to Be a Utility

    Despite its dominance in search and online advertising, Google's foray into home energy management should not be interpreted as a stab at the utility business, according to program manager for advanced products, Ed Lu.

    Submitted by Pedro Hernandez

  3. Google Chrome OS: Only SSDs Need Apply

    By shutting the door on hard disk drives, Google makes an unexpectedly green move with its netbook-friendly Chrome OS.

    Submitted by Pedro Hernandez

  4. A Brighter Idea from Philips

    Preparing for the day that LED prices plummet, Philips is branching out with custom commercial lighting services.

    Submitted by Pedro Hernandez

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Data Highlights

From How Mobile Networks Can Cut Carbon

42

Potential carbon emissions reductions by mobile carriers by 2013

From Home Energy Management: Consumer Attitudes and Preferences

13%

The amount of consumers interested in energy information displays who would like to view EID information from their mobile phone

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Nov 20, 2009 — Cheap LEDs? Not yet, but Philips isn't taking any chances. BusinessWeek explores how Philips plans to ride the ascendancy and eventual commoditization of LED lighting.  From locking in a presence across the entire supply chain to offering custom lighting services, the company is girding for a bruising fight as competitors start lining up. For some added perspective on the technology's challenges and opportunities, be sure to consult Katherine Austin's analysis of the solid-state lighting market (subscription required).

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Report: IT and Networking Issues for the Electric Vehicle Market This content requires a paid GigaOM Pro subscription

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