Department of Energy

DOE’S NREL Acquires Powerful New High-Performance Computing System

Eagle will be 3.5 times more powerful than current system dedicated to energy research.

August 14, 2018

Secretary Perry Announces $38 Million in New Projects to Support Innovative Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies

Selections for this investment focus on key early-stage technical challenges.

August 14, 2018

Deputy Secretary Brouillette Hosts Fifth Meeting of the U.S.-Japan Bilateral Commission on Civil Nuclear Cooperation

Participants from the U.S. included officials from the Department of Energy, the Department of Commerce, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

August 8, 2018

Department of Energy Announces Request for Information on Offshore Wind Energy R&D Facilities

RFI will allow industry and the public to provide knowledge and recommendations to DOE for the development of offshore wind facilities.

August 3, 2018

Department of Energy Announces $36.4 Million for Fusion Energy Sciences Research

Projects seek to make fusion energy feasible.

August 2, 2018

Secretary Perry Tours FitzPatrick Nuclear Plant in New York

Tour marks Perry’s first visit to a nuclear plant as Energy Secretary.

August 1, 2018

Department of Energy Announces $10 Million for Earth System Model Development and Analysis

New projects to further enhance one of the world’s most sophisticated computer models for understanding weather and climate patterns.

July 30, 2018

Department of Energy Announces $30 Million for “Ultrafast” Science

Ten projects to advance research in the important and growing field of “ultrafast” science.

July 25, 2018

U.S. Department of Energy Finalizes Rule to Expedite Approval for Small-Scale Natural Gas Exports

Rule will provide for faster approval of applications for small-scale exports of natural gas, including liquefied natural gas.

July 25, 2018

Department of Energy Issues $2 Billion Tribal Energy Loan Guarantee Program Solicitation

Solicitation provides as much as $2bn in partial loan guarantees to support economic opportunities for Native American and Alaska Native communities.

July 17, 2018

ENERGY BLOG

Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Offshore Wind Energy

Learn more about efforts to develop America's vast offshore wind resources.

It’s a Breeze to Teach Wind Energy with these STEM Resources

In celebration of American Wind Week, here’s a look at resources the Energy Department has on offer to learn about wind energy and careers.

A Note of Appreciation: WAPA’s Crews Work Round the Clock to Restore Power Following the Carr Fire in California

WAPA’s Crews Work Round the Clock to Restore Power Following the Carr Fire in California

5 Ways the U.S. is Partnering with the Indo-Pacific Region on Energy

New effort called Asia EDGE – Enhancing Development and Growth through Energy aims to strengthen energy security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Mid-level Leadership Development Program hits the ground running

New NNSA Mid-level Leadership Development Program participants began their journey to reach their top potential and get the most out their careers.

Students Solving Grand Challenges at a National Lab

Brookhaven National Laboratory Director Doon Gibbs shares why welcoming interns to the Lab is one of his favorite STEM moments.

New fellowship brings Ph.D. students into National Laboratories for career-launching opportunity

Four doctoral candidates from prestigious universities have officially come aboard as the first Laboratory Residency Graduate Fellowship.

NNSA ensures weapons development knowledge is passed to next generation

During a visit to NNSA’s headquarters, the 2018 Sandia National Laboratories’ Weapon Intern Program learned from the experts.

Minority students in advanced manufacturing collaborate and innovate at Kansas City National Security Campus

University students and professors visited KCNSC for a Minority Serving Institutions Partnership Prorgram advanced manufacturing workshop.

Building the Next Generation of Computational Thinkers

How does STEM move products from scientific discovery to impact? Hear the answer from Paul Kearns, Director of Argonne National Laboratory.

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Secretary Perry to Travel to Mexico City for First Global Challenge

Secretary will also meet with Mexican government officials to discuss the continuity of strong bilateral energy partnership.

August 14, 2018

Secretary Perry to Travel to National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Secretary will tour the Energy Systems Integration Facility and the Science and Technology Facility with Senator Cory Gardner.

August 13, 2018

Secretary Perry to Travel to North Dakota

Secretary Perry will travel to North Dakota to tour North American Coal’s Falkirk Mine and Great River Energy’s Coal Creek Station.

August 10, 2018

Secretary Perry to Visit Princeton Plasma Physics Lab

Secretary Perry will tour the facility and participate in an all-hands meeting where he will provide remarks and answer questions from employees.

August 7, 2018

Secretary Perry to Travel to Maryland for Debut of Cove Point LNG Export Facility

Secretary Perry will tour the facility, provide remarks, and participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

July 24, 2018

Secretary Perry to Co-Host Press Conference with OPIC and Participate in Final Ministerial Panel Discussion to Round Out World Gas Week

Thursday June 28th, Secretary Perry will join Ray W. Washburne, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation.

June 27, 2018

World Gas Conference Week Day Two: U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry Delivers Opening Keynote Address and Participates in APEC Discussions

U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry will kick off the official World Gas Conference Opening Ceremonies with a Keynote Address.

June 25, 2018

World Gas Conference Week Day One: U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry to Sign Agreement with Israel, Host Three Seas Energy Ministerial ...

Monday June 25th, U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry will join Yuval Steinitz, Minister of Energy from Israel, to sign an Implementation Agreement.

June 21, 2018

U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry to Participate in 2018 World Gas Conference

For the first time in over 30 years, the World Gas Conference will be hosted in the United States.

June 18, 2018

U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry to Travel to Argentina for G20 Summit

At the Summit, he will participate in ministerial sessions and bilateral meetings to discuss international energy challenges and solutions.

June 14, 2018

Direct Current Podcast: Sitting Down with Secretary Perry

#STEMRising

Sandia Gears up for Annual Computer Donation Event

Students from more than 40 New Mexico schools are expected to benefit from Sandia National Laboratories’ annual K-12 Computer Donation Event.

August 9, 2018

Coffee & Conversation with the Boss

What we anticipated to be a get together among interns to share coffee & small talk turned out to be an experience that only few could have imagined.

August 9, 2018

It’s a Breeze to Teach Wind Energy with these STEM Resources

In celebration of American Wind Week, here’s a look at resources the Energy Department has on offer to learn about wind energy and careers.

August 6, 2018

After-School Program for Teachers Now Accepting Applications

Science enrichment program at Jefferson Lab helps teachers hone skills and earn recertification points.

July 31, 2018