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Kern Energy Announces Hydrogen Storage, Utilization and Decarbonization Initiative at Bakersfield Refinery, Partners with Claire Technologies & HyAxiom for Pioneering Collaboration

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2 years ago

February 25, 2025

First-of-its-Kind Collaboration Couples Existing Infrastructure with New Technology Advancing Innovating Strategies to Producing Lower Carbon Transportation Fuels

BAKERSFIELD, Calif., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kern Energy is announcing a significant investment in its Bakersfield, CA refinery, reducing its carbon footprint while improving efficiency with Claire Technologies’ hydrogen storage and release system alongside seven HyAxiom, Inc. hydrogen-powered fuel cells. Building on its 90-year history as a renewable fuel pioneer producing California gasoline and diesel, Kern Energy is spearheading this first-in-kind project that will reclaim, store and utilize co-produced hydrogen.

HyAxiom will provide its commercially proven fuel cell capable of operating on 100% co-produced hydrogen.

“Kern Energy is proud of our long history of innovation, leveraging existing infrastructure and talent toward tackling the challenges of climate change,” said Jennifer Haley, President & CEO of Kern Energy. “This project embodies our all-of-the-above approach to achieving climate goals—collaborating with forward-thinking partners to empower Kern Energy to reliably and affordably supply the fuels our state needs today, while serving as a catalyst and incubator for transformative technology that will shape the fuels of tomorrow. California is poised to be the national leader in clean new hydrogen technologies and Kern Energy is proud to do our part.”

A global leader in fuel cell technology providing power and heat for commercial and industrial uses, HyAxiom will provide its commercially proven fuel cell capable of operating on 100% co-produced hydrogen, producing up to 3 MW of zero-emission electricity to the refinery. “The installation of HyAxiom’s hydrogen-powered fuel cells at Kern Energy’s refining facility represents a transformative step forward in clean energy innovation,” said Doo Soon Lee, CEO of HyAxiom, Inc. “As demonstrated by over 70 MW of the 100% direct hydrogen-powered fuel cells in operation globally, we will deliver resilient, emission-free electricity while supporting the decarbonization of critical industries like refining. We are proud to play a role in advancing the use of hydrogen as a key solution for achieving a more sustainable energy future in the Americas.”

Incorporating Claire Technologies’ patented system, the project will also store hydrogen in a stable liquid form, making it available for on-demand release to serve other processes within refinery operations when needed. “We are delighted to partner with Kern Energy and HyAxiom to demonstrate our ability to store hydrogen in existing tankage which can then be released on demand using Claire’s proprietary EzH2TM technology. This opens the door for large-scale energy storage to be achieved using existing refinery facilities,” said Paul Allinson, Founder of Claire Technologies. “This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of advancing clean energy technologies and revolutionizing hydrogen storage at ambient conditions in the energy industry.”

The project, expected to come online in 2027, is the latest in Kern Energy’s efforts to drive innovative solutions that will make our work, our fuels, and our communities safer, cleaner and healthier.

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Kern Energy
Brooke Holland
+1 (661) 845-0761
bholland@kernenergy.com

Claire Technologies
Chris Goff
chris.goff@clairetechnologies.com

HyAxiom, Inc.
Joanne Grybosh
+1 (860) 500-0060
joanne.grybosh@doosan.com

About Kern Energy

Kern Energy is an independent, family-owned and operated company powered by a team of more than 200. As the only refiner between San Francisco and Los Angeles producing gasoline and diesel, Kern Energy is a critical California supplier producing approximately one percent of California’s gasoline and three percent of its diesel, all while meeting some of the world’s most stringent fuel standards. A renewable fuel pioneer, Kern Energy became the second refinery in the U.S. to produce renewable diesel by co-processing bio-feed in 2009 and was the first small refiner in California to blend biodiesel in 2012.

For more information, please visit www.kernenergy.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

About HyAxiom, Inc.

Based in Connecticut, HyAxiom, Inc. is a leading global fuel cell and hydrogen solutions provider enabling reliable, cost-competitive and carbon-free energy sources for industrial and commercial uses. Building upon decades of experience in fuel cell development, HyAxiom’s mission is to accelerate a sustainable energy future by delivering a full spectrum of hydrogen solutions including fuel cells for both stationary and mobility applications as well as electrolyzers for hydrogen production. As a core technology provider, HyAxiom is a key pillar in the Doosan Group’s hydrogen vision.

For more information, visit the HyAxiom website and follow us on LinkedIn.

About Claire Technologies

Claire Technologies provides low carbon solutions that use hydrogen instead of diesel fuel to power heavy modes of transportation, reduce carbon emissions in processing facilities and economically store significant amounts of power for indefinite periods of time.  Claire’s proprietary integrated technology system that produces EzH2, a patented bimodal product, will offer price-competitive energy solutions that eliminates or significantly reduces emissions. Claire plans to deploy low carbon solutions in the market by the end of 2027.

For more information, visit www.Clairetechnologies.com and follow us on LinkedIn

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GIGABYTE Unveils Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Offers with Savings Up to $130

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48 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE Technology, a global leader in PC hardware, today announced its Amazon Prime Big Deal Days promotions, available exclusively to Prime members for 48 hours only, from October 6 through October 7, 2026. As the fall gaming season kicks off, the event lowers the entry barrier for next-generation PC building—putting 240Hz esports displays within reach from just $79.99 and delivering savings of up to $130 on Wi-Fi 7 and PCIe 5.0-ready motherboards on Amazon.

Empower Your Build: Next-Gen AMD Platforms Built for Every Gamer

As Wi-Fi 7 routers and PCIe 5.0 graphics cards and SSDs move into the mainstream, GIGABYTE is making the platforms built for them accessible across every budget segment. Headlining the promotion is the X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7, which democratizes multi-gigabit Wi-Fi 7 speeds and PCIe 5.0 graphics readiness for high-demand gaming at a promotional price of $209.99. For mainstream builders transitioning to the latest AMD Ryzen processors without overspending, the B850 EAGLE WIFI6E delivers essential next-gen connectivity and thermal efficiency for just $149.99. Meanwhile, gamers building a clean white rig around a Ryzen X3D processor can secure the X870E AORUS ELITE X3D ICE at $259.99. Its X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 tunes X3D chips in real time for extra gaming performance, and at $130 off, it carries the event’s largest single discount.

Smooth Esports Visuals Starting Under $80

Alongside platform upgrades, GIGABYTE is bringing 240Hz refresh rates—long the benchmark for competitive play—down to entry-level price points. Budget-conscious esports players and students can minimize motion blur and screen tearing with the 24.5-inch GS25F2A, a 240Hz, 1ms FHD monitor available for an ultra-accessible $79.99. For FPS competitors who want the same 240Hz speed on a height-adjustable ergonomic stand, the G25F2A drops to $89.99, making high-FPS dual-monitor configurations exceptionally cost-effective for modern gaming rooms.

Promotional Pricing Summary

All featured motherboards and gaming monitors eligible for Prime Big Deal Days savings on October 6–7, 2026, are detailed below:

Model

Features

Promo Price

X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7

Next-gen AMD platform with Wi-Fi 7 & PCIe 5.0

$209.99

X870E AORUS ELITE X3D ICE

White AMD X870E board with X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 & Wi-Fi 7

$259.99

X870E AORUS PRO ICE

Premium all-white AMD X870E enthusiast platform

$279.99

B850 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE

Sleek white B850 platform with Wi-Fi 7 speeds

$169.99

B850 EAGLE WIFI6E

Mainstream ATX platform featuring Wi-Fi 6E & PCIe 5.0

$149.99

B850M EAGLE WIFI6E

Compact Micro-ATX build with Wi-Fi 6E

$139.99

B550 GAMING X V2

Budget-friendly AM4 classic for entry gaming rigs

$84.99

Z790 AORUS ELITE AX

Intel Z790 DDR5 board with Wi-Fi 6E for 12th–14th Gen Core

$169.99

G25F2A

25″ 240Hz high-FPS competitive esports monitor

$89.99

GS25F2A

25″ 240Hz gaming display under $80

$79.99

GS27F2

27″ 240Hz FHD gaming display

$99.99

About GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE is a developer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-performance hardware solutions. From award-winning monitors and graphics cards to advanced data center infrastructure, GIGABYTE remains committed to its mission of “Upgrade Your Life” through innovative technology and exceptional build quality.

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QuickLogic Announces Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

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48 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — QuickLogic Corporation (NASDAQ: QUIK) (“QuickLogic” or the “Company”), a developer of embedded FPGA (eFPGA) Hard IP, Strategic Radiation Hardened and Antifuse FPGAs and ruggedized programmable logic solutions, today announced that the Compensation Committee of its Board of Directors granted restricted stock unit awards for 51,502 shares of the Company’s common stock (the “New-Hire RSUs”) to James Sullivan, the Company’s new Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. The award was previously announced on September 21, 2026 and granted by the Compensation Committee on October 5, 2026, as an inducement material to his entering into employment with the Company, pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).

The New-Hire RSUs will be granted outside of the Company’s 2019 Equity Incentive Plan and will vest over a three-year period, with 1/3rd vesting on October 5, 2027 and 1/6th vesting each six months thereafter, subject to Mr. Sullivan’s continued employment with the Company.

About QuickLogic
QuickLogic Corporation is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in eFPGA Hard IP, Strategic Radiation Hardened and Antifuse FPGAs and ruggedized programmable logic solutions. QuickLogic’s unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with open-source tools to deliver highly customizable, low-power solutions for aerospace and defense, industrial, computing, and consumer markets. For more information, visit www.quicklogic.com.

QuickLogic and logo are registered trademarks of QuickLogic. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders and should be treated as such.

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MIT Technology Review Unveils 2026 List of 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch

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48 minutes ago

October 6, 2026

The annual list highlights businesses developing innovative solutions to positively impact climate change.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MIT Technology Review released its annual list of 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch for 2026 today. The list reveals the early-stage startups and multinational corporations developing cutting-edge solutions to lower emissions, address major climate concerns, and protect our planet.

MIT Technology Review’s award-winning newsroom used their advanced knowledge and resources to develop a robust list of 10 global businesses that are reinventing how we create energy, manufacture products, address climate risks, and develop cleaner transportation.

Drawing on feedback from researchers, investors, analysts and academics, the team vetted dozens of companies to confirm their success in driving innovations that tackle the most urgent climate issues. Following months of deliberation, they selected 10 notable businesses that they believe have the best chance at addressing these threats.

The online-exclusive list is now live at www.technologyreview.com/climatetech2026, and features in-depth profiles on how each company is making meaningful strides across energy storage, nuclear power, transportation, and more.

The honorees represent a wide range of industries, from clean energy and nuclear fission to flood barriers and electric vehicles. This year’s list includes Energy Dome and their energy storage systems on the grid, WeLion’s semi-solid-state batteries for EVs, and WaveSave’s portable rubber dam.

To read every honoree profile from the 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch list, become an MIT Technology Review subscriber today at www.technologyreview.com/subscribe.

Members of the press may obtain additional information and access by emailing press@technologyreview.com.

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Founded at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1899, MIT Technology Review is the world’s leading authority on technology and its influence. Through award-winning journalism and premium events, we break down complex innovations and analyze their commercial, social, and political impact. From AI and biotech to climate tech and computing, we deliver trusted insights and expert analysis, empowering a global audience to navigate the emerging technologies shaping our future.

We are the destination for those seeking to better understand where technology is headed next. Subscribe. Attend. Follow: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Reddit.

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