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Over seven days in July and 1,778 miles from Minnesota to Texas, UW outpaced nearly every competitor to finish fourth overall and cross the line as the top-ranking American team in the American Solar Challenge. Read More

The University of Washington’s CoMotion Labs is partnering with Microsoft and E8 to launch a four-month incubator tackling the growing environmental impact of AI data centers. The program will support early-stage startups developing solutions for energy storage, efficient cooling, e-waste reduction and low-carbon materials. Read More

As startups and researchers advance alternative proteins for both people and pets, the sector is working to overcome hurdles like high costs, consumer skepticism and concerns over processing. By leveraging continuous manufacturing and sustainable ingredients like plant proteins and insects, companies like Rebellyous Foods and Jiminy's are striving to make eco-friendly alternatives accessible, affordable and mainstream. Read More

SAFE offering provides cash for lunar infrastructure development in advance of Seattle-based space startup's next priced investment round. Read More

Helion Energy added $35 million to its latest funding round, bringing the round to $500 million and its total war chest to more than $1.5 billion. The capital supports the fusion startup's effort to power a Microsoft data center by 2028 despite timeline and technical skepticism. Read More