Energy and the Environment
October 2, 2026
Advancing Safer, Energy-Efficient Building Retrofits
Civil and environmental engineering professor Kun-Hao Yu has received a multiyear award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to develop energy-efficient building panels that are installed with robotic assistance.
By Emma Ertinger
September 22, 2026
Robots, Robot Dogs and Batteries Draw a Crowd at the New York State Fair
Faculty, students and staff facilitate a conversation about the role of batteries in everyday life.
By Wendy Loughlin
August 6, 2026
The Future of Clean Heat
Through a portfolio of sponsored research projects, Shapiro and his team are elevating heat pump technology to new heights of efficiency—lowering energy costs for homeowners, reducing the carbon footprint of buildings, and helping New York State chart a cleaner energy future.
By Emma Ertinger
October 16, 2025
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Professor Changmin Shi Receives Grant for Solid-State Battery Research
Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Changmin Shi has been awarded a three-year industry grant to develop a manufacturing system for s...
By News Staff
August 15, 2025
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Professor Lihong Lao Receives ASHRAE Research Award to Study Data Center Corrosion
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