Photos: GE's smart grid kitchen of the future

Microsoft dials Hohm to cut home energy use
Microsoft gets into the smart grid starting at home with a Web application that gives consumers information and tips for saving electricity and natural gas.

'Home Star' program to plug home energy retrofits
Nick-named Cash for Caulkers, a program designed to jumpstart home efficiency retrofits is in the works with backing of a coalition of companies, contractors, and advocacy groups.

The green scene at CES 2010
There were pockets of green technologies in many corners of CES 2010, including hand chargers for gadgets, home energy management systems, and electric bicycles.

Control4 readies networked home energy system
Control4's home energy management system uses a home wireless network and tough-screen display to monitor electricity and let consumers participate in energy efficiency programs.

Report: Comcast seals deal to buy NBC Universal
Comcast and General Electric have come to an agreement where Comcast will buy a majority stake in the entertainment division, according to CNBC.