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Microsoft needs an expert to build modular nuclear reactors for its data centers

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A recent job listing from Microsoft is seeking an expert in nuclear technology to lead the company's new energy initiative. This senior position, titled "Principal Program Manager Nuclear Technology," aims to assist Microsoft in developing, maturing, and implementing a global energy strategy centered around SMR and other microreactor designs.

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Techstars Seattle is shutting down as accelerator shifts focus to cities with more VC activity

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Techstars Seattle managing director Marius Ciocirlan speaks at the accelerator’s Demo Day last month. Techstars announced Wednesday that it is shutting down the Seattle program. They have collectively gone on to raise more than $2.5 billion in private capital.

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Tech Moves: UW announces director for new DoD program; Microsoft vet joins EQT; and more

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NSIN tapped Justin Dunnicliff as its university program director at the UW. He’ll be based at the CoMotion, the university’s innovation hub, and will run programs including Hacking for Defense and Starts. NSIN tapped Justin Dunnicliff as its university program director at the UW. Bert Haskell as VP of engineering.

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NASA joins forces with DARPA on effort to demonstrate nuclear rocket for Mars trips

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DARPA had already been working with commercial partners — including Blue Origin , the space venture created by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, as well as Seattle-based Ultra Safe Nuclear Technologies , or USNC-Tech — on the Demonstration Rocket for Agile Cislunar Operations program, also known as DRACO.

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How climate concerns and incentives are driving solar installations on Washington roofs

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Yet photovoltaics are only a blip in Washington’s overall energy picture. of the energy mix last year, according to a report on the state’s utilities. Inslee is urging Washington lawmakers to provide $100 million in grants to support the expansion of solar installations and energy storage in Washington.

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Sustainable shoes: This startup created baby shoes that can dissolve in water

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Megan worked as a program manager at CLEAResult, developing strategies for clients in energy efficiency industries. The shoes are made from a water-soluble plastic called Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), which uses less energy and water than other textiles during production, according to Woolybubs.

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A ‘carbon aware’ update for the Xbox is drawing political attention

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” The update, which is currently being tested in the early-access Xbox Insider program, introduces a new set of options to control how the console acts when it’s in sleep mode, in order to tie into Microsoft’s goal of being a carbon negative company by 2030. .” .” On Jan. Further commentary came on Jan.24

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