Our Mission
Our mission is to develop affordable and easy-to-use sources of renewable energy. We believe firmly that our commitment to this mission will in turn ensure the long-term sustainability of our communities.
Clarian has developed a plug-in power module that allows homeowners to plug solar and wind power into an existing outlet without the expense and hassle of larger turn-key systems. Unlike existing micro-inverters which require a dedicated circuit and electric panel, our patent-pending SmartBox™ technology provides built-in circuit protection and converts your existing household wiring into a flexible plug-n-play power bus.
Enabling the Green Economy
The energy industry is on the verge of a major revolution that will bring about profound changes in the way power is generated, distributed and used. To date, information technology has had only limited impact on an electric grid that has seen few modifications since the cold-war era. That is about to change. The emergence of the Internet, cheap computing, low-cost bandwidth, combined with the convergence of numerous forces on the energy landscape has placed the electric grid at a tipping point.
From intelligent presence-aware devices to real-time power management, Clarian is focused on leading this change and has already developed a number of powerful technologies in this area.
Software Agents for the Smart-Grid
The key to smart energy is information technology's capacity to optimize day-to-day grid operations. In a Smart-Grid, each and every electrical device drawing and generating power to and from the grid, large or small, acts as an intelligent agent communicating operational status to the local and regional power utility, collecting information on grid conditions and responding in ways that increase energy efficiency and reduce power infrastructure requirements.
In real-world terms, this means incorporating network or 'presence' aware devices into everything from fridges and dishwashers, to plug-in solar panels and wind turbines, to large commercial buildings, to the local substation telemetry, and eventually to the combination fuel-cell/HVAC system that will be located in the basement of every home, commercial building and factory. It also means applying this same model to state-of-the-art storage systems and presence-aware devices to provide power management, regulation and peak-shaving both across the internal power bus, as well to the power grid beyond. Applications include commercial real estate, transit systems, industrial factories and even residential housing.
Commitment to Sustainability
Clarian has developed a plug-in power module that allows homeowners to plug solar and wind power into an existing outlet without the expense and hassle of larger turn-key systems. Unlike existing micro-inverters which require a dedicated circuit and electric panel, our patent-pending SmartBox™ technology provides built-in circuit protection and converts your existing household wiring into a flexible plug-n-play power bus.
Enabling the Green Economy
The energy industry is on the verge of a major revolution that will bring about profound changes in the way power is generated, distributed and used. To date, information technology has had only limited impact on an electric grid that has seen few modifications since the cold-war era. That is about to change. The emergence of the Internet, cheap computing, low-cost bandwidth, combined with the convergence of numerous forces on the energy landscape has placed the electric grid at a tipping point.
From intelligent presence-aware devices to real-time power management, Clarian is focused on leading this change and has already developed a number of powerful technologies in this area.
The key to smart energy is information technology's capacity to optimize day-to-day grid operations. In a Smart-Grid, each and every electrical device drawing and generating power to and from the grid, large or small, acts as an intelligent agent communicating operational status to the local and regional power utility, collecting information on grid conditions and responding in ways that increase energy efficiency and reduce power infrastructure requirements.
In real-world terms, this means incorporating network or 'presence' aware devices into everything from fridges and dishwashers, to plug-in solar panels and wind turbines, to large commercial buildings, to the local substation telemetry, and eventually to the combination fuel-cell/HVAC system that will be located in the basement of every home, commercial building and factory. It also means applying this same model to state-of-the-art storage systems and presence-aware devices to provide power management, regulation and peak-shaving both across the internal power bus, as well to the power grid beyond. Applications include commercial real estate, transit systems, industrial factories and even residential housing.
Commitment to Sustainability
- Reduced Air Pollution - Peak power generation typically comes from fossil fuels. By displacing a portion of this generation capacity, emissions can be lowered substantially. For example, a million SmartBox™ units alone would offset 400 gigawatt hours or nearly a billion pounds of CO2 every year.
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Sustainable Manufacturing – wherever possible, Clarian’s products are sourced and manufactured locally, using recyclable materials such as steel, aluminum and even plastic – for example, moldings and turbine blades are made of 100% recycled materials such as TPO plastic from damaged car bumpers.
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Sustainable Business – Clarian is committed to sustainable business practices, promoting teleconferencing, transit and bike-to-work programs and recyclable-compostable office materials, to name just a few.
Who We Are
Over 20 years of product management experience developing product strategy and award winning technologies for Microsoft and other Fortune 500 companies. Chad's background is in building automation, and is currently a member of the Smart-Grid Energy Task Force. Chad holds a Masters Degree in Energy Management and Commerce (Sorbonne) and a B.A. in Economics and Statistics (McGill).
An experienced technology leader with a proven track record bringing products to market for MCI, Siemens and others, Erik recently retired from a 30-year career with the Army and Army Reserves where his assignments included 19 years as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at West Point Military Academy, Deputy Chief of Communications for Multi-National Security and Training in Iraq. He has taught at Northwest University, Seattle Pacific University, and ITT Technical Institute, and graduated from the United States Military Academy with a BS, from the Air Force Institute of Technology with a PhD in Electrical Engineering, and from Long Island University with an MBA. Erik is a Senior Member of the IEEE and his patents include the Carry-Multiplex Adder, a Peer-to-Peer Search Engine, and an Internet Co-Browser.
35 years of experience in alternative energy and working with utilities, including building, owning and operating large biomass and hydroelectric projects in Washington, Idaho and California. He is the former chairman of the Weatherly Companies, which provided investment banking services for biomass, hydroelectric and geothermal projects in the United States as well as China, and has worked extensively with utilities and numerous federal and state regulatory agencies. Dell received his MPA (Resource Economics) from the University of Washington.
20 years of experience working with public and private companies at the forefront of innovation and technology, serving in strategy, policy and general management positions. Kelly Jo held senior executive roles at RealNetworks, including SVP and Chief of Staff, and SVP, Legal and Business Affairs and General Counsel. She was also VP and General Counsel at Linden Research, Inc., creator of Second Life. She is currently principal of the MacArthur Group, LLC, which provides strategic advisory and executive management services. Kelly Jo is a graduate of Harvard Law School and University of Illinois.