Emerging Tech

December 5, 2024

In commercial buildings, Wi-Fi can double as a real-time occupancy sensor

Using an open-source algorithm, we demonstrated and validated an occupancy sensing approach using Wi-Fi in commercial buildings.
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June 24, 2022

Effective strategies for using thermal energy storage in refrigerated facilities

Refrigeration thermal energy storage (RTES) is an emerging technology which presents an opportunity to save energy and reduce or shift peak demand in refrigerated facilities.
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May 15, 2022

Are switched reluctance motors the "LEDs of Motors"?

In terms of energy savings, SRMs could be to traditional motors what LEDs are to incandescent lightbulbs.
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May 6, 2022

A technical powerhouse for Wisconsin's clean energy transition: Slipstream to provide expertise to multiple Energy Innovation Grant projects

Slipstream's technical know-how and energy planning expertise will help communities build climate resilience and solidify Wisconsin and its committed communities as leaders in the clean energy transition.
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June 13, 2019

High performance building consulting: a look back and forward

To serve the mission at Slipstream, our work sits at the crossroads between human health and wellbeing, energy efficiency and equity, and clean and reliable power.
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March 21, 2019

Future climate data for energy modeling — how could it benefit you?

Our research team is passionate about solutions that inspire responsible energy use and research that advances energy systems.
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January 1, 2019

HyGCHP Modeling Tool

Reduce the cost of implementing geothermal heat pump systems on your building projects by going hybrid. A hybrid geothermal heat pump system can lower your costs by reducing the peak capacity of your ground loop and allowing you to install a smaller, less expensive ground heat exchanger. HyGCHP is a software module that can help you analyze this option!
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