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™ (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.
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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® and HOBO® 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, we empower you to address some of the world's most significant human and planetary health challenges.
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