LI-COR's Carbon Node named winner in 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards. LI-COR today announced that the Carbon Node has been named a winner of the 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards, which recognizes products and solutions that deliver measurable results in environmental performance, sustainability, and energy management. "As organizations navigate an increasingly dynamic and uncertain operating environment, the ability to improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and deliver measurable results has never been more critical," said Sarah Roberts, Co-President and Publisher of Environment+Energy Leader. "This year's winners demonstrate the innovation and leadership required to move forward with clarity and impact." Accurate carbon data is foundational to sustainability efforts, supporting emissions reduction strategies, ecosystem management, regulatory compliance, and related initiatives. Organizations that work in research, land management, and sustainability increasingly depend on high-quality measurements to understand carbon dynamics over time and to evaluate the real-world impact of their actions. Traditionally, collecting research-grade carbon flux data has required complex and costly systems. The Carbon Node was designed to reduce these barriers by making carbon flux monitoring more accessible and scalable. By simplifying deployment and offering virtual tower arrays, the Carbon Node helps users collect reliable carbon measurements across ecosystems without the overhead of traditional eddy covariance systems. "Addressing climate and sustainability challenges requires carbon data that is not only accurate but also practical to collect at scale," said Taylor Thomas, Director of Product Management at LI-COR. "The Carbon Node enables users to gather research-grade carbon flux data in a way that is easier to deploy, manage, and scale - ultimately supporting long-term monitoring, defensible reporting, and informed decision-making." The Carbon Node is part of LI-COR's Internet of Environment(TM)(IoE) framework, which connects advanced sensors, automated data processing, and cloud-based tools into one cohesive monitoring system. By reducing complexity and improving data accessibility, the platform supports more efficient monitoring and helps users translate high-quality measurements into actionable insight. About the Environment+Energy Leader Awards. Now in its 14th year, the Environment+Energy Leader Awards program recognizes excellence across products, projects, startups and organizational initiatives that deliver meaningful advancements in environmental programs, sustainability, and energy management. Entries are evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts, with a focus on innovation, scalability, and measurable impact. Winners are recognized as leaders in advancing best practices and setting new standards across the global energy and environmental landscape. About LI-COR. LI-COR(R) and HOBO(R) Data Loggers, a LI-COR Brand, deliver environmental monitoring and measurement solutions worldwide. With 90+ years of combined experience and backed by global investment firm Battery Ventures, both brands support comprehensive research and analysis of parameters critical to food, water, and energy security. LI-COR instruments, software, and cloud-based systems facilitate the accurate measurement and monitoring of gas, plant physiology, and climate conditions. HOBO data loggers and remote monitoring systems are trusted in agriculture, coastal research, and green building performance. Together, LI COR, Inc. empower you to address some of the world's most significant human and planetary health challenges. Never miss out another post.

HOBO(R) MicroRX Water Level Station named winner in 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards. LI-COR today announced that the HOBO MicroRX Water Level Station has been named a winner of Business and Infrastructure in the 2026 Environment+Energy Leader Awards, which recognizes products and leading solutions across infrastructure, technology, and operational performance. "As organizations navigate an increasingly dynamic and uncertain operating environment, the ability to improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and deliver measurable results has never been more critical," said Sarah Roberts, Co-President and Publisher of Environment+Energy Leader. "This year's winners demonstrate the innovation and leadership required to move forward with clarity and impact." Water systems in particular play a critical role in environmental sustainability. They influence infrastructure resilience, regulatory compliance, ecosystem health, and long-term resource availability. Managing these systems responsibly depends on reliable water data that is consistently collected, easily accessible, and able to inform timely, data-driven action. Designed for remote and long-term deployment, the HOBO MicroRX Water Level Station measures water level and flow using HOBO water level sensors. It supports continuous data collection in applications such as stormwater systems, groundwater, and surface water monitoring. This allows users to observe changing conditions over time rather than relying on periodic site visits or manual downloads. By providing consistent and high-resolution data, the MicroRX Water Level Station also helps users track trends, identify emerging issues, and better manage water resources. "Sustainable water management depends on having timely, trustworthy data," said Mamadou Ba, Director of Product Management at LI-COR. "The MicroRX Water Level Station helps users move from reactive responses to proactive planning by delivering continuous, defensible water level data that supports regulatory compliance, responsible resource management, environmental research, and much more." In addition, the MicroRX Water Level Station's software includes built-in flow calculations that remove time-consuming post-processing and reduce the risk of error. Real-time alarms notify users immediately when thresholds are exceeded - enabling faster responses to storm events, flooding, and more. Data from the MicroRX Water Level Station is then delivered to LI-COR Cloud(R) where users can remotely view measurements, configure alarms, and share results with collaborators. The platform also supports additional HOBO smart sensors, allowing multiple environmental parameters to be monitored through a single station. Consolidating measurements in this manner both simplifies monitoring programs and provides a more complete picture of site conditions - a key factor in long-term environmental stewardship. The HOBO MicroRX Water Level Station is part of the HOBO portfolio of remote monitoring systems trusted worldwide in environmental research, water resource management, and regulatory applications. About the Environment+Energy Leader Awards. Now in its 14th year, the Environment+Energy Leader Awards program recognizes excellence across products, projects, startups and organizational initiatives that deliver meaningful advancements in environmental programs, sustainability, and energy management. Entries are evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts, with a focus on innovation, scalability, and measurable impact. Winners are recognized as leaders in advancing best practices and setting new standards across the global energy and environmental landscape. About LI-COR. LI-COR(R) and HOBO(R) Data Loggers, a LI-COR Brand, deliver environmental monitoring and measurement solutions worldwide. With 90+ years of combined experience and backed by global investment firm Battery Ventures, both brands support comprehensive research and analysis of parameters critical to food, water, and energy security. LI-COR instruments, software, and cloud-based systems facilitate the accurate measurement and monitoring of gas, plant physiology, and climate conditions. HOBO data loggers and remote monitoring systems are trusted in agriculture, coastal research, and green building performance. Together, LI-COR, Inc. empower you to address some of the world's most significant human and planetary health challenges. Never miss out another post.

Global leader in greenhouse gas measurements invests in environmental monitoring technology to better understand climate change.LINCOLN, Neb., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LI-COR Environmental, the global leader in greenhouse gas measurements, announced today it has acquired Onset®, owner of the HOBO brand, a leader in large-scale, spatially-distributed environmental monitoring and water resource management. These technologies are key to understanding and managing climate change and food security.With this acquisition, LI-COR, backed by global investment firm Battery Ventures, expands its greenhouse gas portfolio to include sensor networks, data acquisition, and cloud-based data monitoring.Leader in greenhouse gas measurements invests in environmental monitoring technology for understanding climate change. Post this"We are excited to add diverse and complementary products from Onset to the LI-COR portfolio," said Jesse Feldman, a Battery Ventures general partner. "We look forward to seeing the impact of this acquisition on climate change solutions and to the continued success of LI-COR in the environmental monitoring space."Onset, a Massachusetts-based company founded in 1981, produces the award-winning HOBO® and InTemp® data loggers, used around the world to support experts in a broad range of monitoring applications, including agricultural and coastal research, green building performance, renewable energy systems, and temperature-controlled environments."LI-COR solutions measure greenhouse gases in real time for emissions monitoring, agriculture, and environmental protection to provide answers about climate change," said Tom Reslewic, CEO at LI-COR. "Historically the work of researchers, greenhouse gas measurements have become interesting for companies around the world who need to understand their emissions or validate their ability to sequester carbon. The addition of Onset to LI-COR Environmental will help us meet this growing need, not only for measuring greenhouse gases, but also for more comprehensive environmental monitoring."About LI-COR EnvironmentalLI-COR Environmental is the global leader in greenhouse gas measurements