Global Energy Leaders from NEDO Silicon Valley Visit UC Davis

Representatives from NEDO Silicon Valley, part of Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization, visited UC Davis to tour the Energy and Efficiency Institute, the Western Cooling Efficiency Center, the EEI Smart Home, and the California Lighting Technology Center.

WCEC Releases 2025 Research Highlights

UC Davis Energy Efficiency Institute research highlights for 2025.

WCEC has released its 2025 Research Highlights, which showcase how the center is advancing energy-efficient heating, cooling, and ventilation technologies through applied research, field demonstrations, and collaboration with partners across industry, government, and academia.

WCEC Names Theresa Pistochini Associate Director

Theresa Pistochini with colleagues at UC Davis Energy Efficiency Institute.

The Western Cooling Efficiency Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Theresa Pistochini as its Associate Director. Pistochini has more than 15 years of experience leading WCEC’s applied research in energy efficiency, HVAC, and indoor air quality.