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Secretary Brouillette Names John Hairston Interim Administrator and CEO of Bonneville Power Administration
Today, U.S. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette named John Hairston as Acting Administrator and CEO of the Bonneville Power Administration.
August 28, 2020
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White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and the U.S. Department of Energy Announces the National Quantum Initiative Advisory ...
This committee will counsel the Administration on ways to ensure continued American leadership in quantum information science.
August 28, 2020
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Department of Energy Stands Ready to Respond to Hurricane Laura
DOE is working with interagency and private sector partners to prepare for Hurricane Laura and support the energy sector response efforts.
August 26, 2020
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Department of Energy Announces $33 Million in Funding for Carbon Neutral Hybrid Electric Aviation
Today DOE announced funding for 17 projects as part of two Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy’s REEACH and ASCEND programs.
August 26, 2020
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White House Office of Technology Policy, National Science Foundation and Department of Energy Announce Over $1 Billion in Awards for Arti...
The awards will establish 12 new artificial intelligence and quantum information science research institutes nationwide.
August 26, 2020
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DOE Awards $20 Million for Research on Rare Earth Elements
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy announced $20 million for basic research aimed at ensuring a stable U.S. supply of rare earth elements.
August 25, 2020
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U.S. Department of Energy Issues Small Business Research and Development Funding Opportunity Announcement
Approximately $30 million in available funding for small businesses for innovations that advance the Office of Science mission.
August 24, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette Offers Tribute to Barry Worthington, Executive Director of the U.S. Energy Association
Today, U.S. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette issued the following tribute to Barry Worthington, Executive Director of the U.S. Energy Association.
August 21, 2020
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Department of Energy Announces Equity in Energy Ambassadors and Champions
Today the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the first slate of Equity in Energy Ambassadors and Champions.
August 20, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette Participates in Official Visit for Iraqi Delegation
Secretary Brouillette met the Iraqi delegation for a bilateral energy ministerial meeting and Roundtable with U.S. energy industry.
August 19, 2020
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Energy Blog

The Private Sector Unleashes Energy’s Potential
Under President Donald J. Trump, innovation spurred by public-private partnerships has continued America’s energy renaissance.
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CWC Alum Goes Far with Passion for Renewable Energy
Jane Sandoval enters her master's program this fall with years of energy experience, including her work in DOE's 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition.
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You Can’t Have True Energy Independence Without Nuclear Energy
Nuclear power is crucial for ensuring clean, reliable, and affordable power to the American people, and for our national defense strategy.
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Promoting Pennsylvania’s Energy Innovators through DOE’s SBIR/STTR Program
Under the Trump Administration, our goal with these grants is to fund promising research and development not available anywhere else in the world.
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America’s Abundance of Energy Resources Will Realize Their Potential At PNNL
Under the Trump Administration, the Department of Energy (DOE) is committed to pursuing a true “all-of-the-above” energy agenda.
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Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Distributed Wind Power
Learn about key facts related to wind turbines used in distributed applications.
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Top 10 Things You Didn't Know About Wind Power
Get the details on a few of the lesser known wind energy facts.
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Colorful Colorado Keeps America’s Energy Efficiency Robust, Vibrant, and Innovative
The post-pandemic come-back will be powered by American energy, and NREL will lead the way.
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Community, Science, and Your Neighbor - the U.S. Department of Energy
Dr. Chris Fall, Director of the Office of Science, and Sir Steven Cowley, Director of PPPL, hosted a conversation about science and the community.
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Media Advisories

SECRETARY BROUILLETTE TO JOIN SOUTH CAROLINA OFFICIALS FOR HISTORIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Secretary Brouillette will join South Carolina’s Attorney General Alan Wilson and other officials for a major announcement.
August 29, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette to Travel to North Dakota
On Tuesday, September 1, 2020, U.S. Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette will be in Minot, North Dakota to tour the Minot Air Force Base.
August 28, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette to Travel to Pennsylvania
Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette will be in the Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania area to tour of Susquehanna Steam Electric Station.
August 18, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette to Travel to North Carolina
Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette will travel to Fayetteville, North Carolina to tour Fort Bragg and meet with Duke Energy line-workers.
August 17, 2020
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Deputy Secretary of Energy Mark W. Menezes to Visit Site of Proposed Ohio Petrochemical Complex Project in Eastern Ohio
Deputy Secretary Menezes will tour the proposed project, meet with state and local officials, members of the community, and industry stakeholders.
August 11, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette to Travel to Hanford Site and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
The Secretary will tour the Hanford Site and participate in a dedication at PNNL.
August 11, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette to Travel to Colorado
Secretary Brouillette will tour the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colorado with state and local officials.
August 10, 2020
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Secretary Brouillette Holds Virtual Secretary Of Energy Advisory Board Meeting
Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette will hold a virtual meeting of the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board (SEAB)
July 27, 2020
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Secretary Dan Brouillette and Under Secretary for Science Paul Dabbar to Make Quantum Announcement at the University of Chicago
The event will announce a new national initiative that will accelerate research in quantum science and technology.
July 23, 2020
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U.S. Department of Energy Helping to Drive Innovation in State of Michigan
Secretary Brouillette met with industry leaders to discuss DOE’s commitment to electric vehicles, battery storage, and American manufacturing
July 17, 2020
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Recent Speeches

Secretary Brouillette's Remarks to the American Association of Blacks in Energy National Conference
Secretary Dan Brouillette recorded a video greeting to the attendees of the American Association of Blacks in Energy National Conference.
August 20, 2020
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Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette at the IEA Big Ideas Conference
Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette at the National Space Council
June 16, 2020
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VIDEO: Under Secretary Dabbar's Remarks for AAPI Month Celebration
Under Secretary Paul Dabbar spoke to a virtual Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month event May 28, titled “Unite Our Nation By Empowering Equality.”
May 28, 2020
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Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette at the National Space Council
Secretary Brouillette spoke about our work with the Council in powering space exploration and development and role as the "Department of Exploration."
May 19, 2020
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Remarks As Prepared by Secretary Brouillette For Women’s History Month
The Women’s History Month event was postponed due to issued guidance to stay home during the COVID-19 outbreak.
March 26, 2020
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Press Conference Remarks Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Monday, February 3, 2020 (As Prepared)
Secretary Dan Brouillette delivers remarks at a press conference in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Monday, February 3, 2020.
February 5, 2020
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Remarks As Prepared For Under Secretary Menezes Washington Auto Show: Industry Media Day
Remarks As Prepared For Under Secretary Menezes Washington Auto Show: Industry Media Day.
January 23, 2020
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Remarks By Secretary Brouillette For MLK Commemoration
Remarks As Prepared for Secretary Brouillette For MLK Commemoration.
January 22, 2020
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Remarks by Secretary Perry for the Global Energy Institute at U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Secretary Perry delivered remarks at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
November 19, 2019
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Secretary Perry Addresses the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence
DOE Secretary Rick Perry addresses the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence.
November 5, 2019
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Deputy Secretary Brouillette: IEA "Big IdEAs" Speaker Series
Deputy Secretary Dan Brouillette delivered remarks for the International Energy Agency (IEA) Big IdEAs speaker series in Paris, France.
July 11, 2019
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“Digitalization and Automation in the Oil and Gas Industry – Challenges and Opportunities” Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel
Deputy Secretary Brouillette spoke at the Digitalization and Automation in the Oil and Gas Industry Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel.
June 24, 2019
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Secretary Perry at EarthX 2019 in Dallas
Secretary Perry spoke at EarthX in Dallas on April 25, 2019.
April 30, 2019
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Deputy Secretary Brouillette: 11th U.S.-Mexico CEO Dialogue & Business Summit
Introductory Remarks for Deputy Secretary Brouillette 11th U.S.-MX CEO Dialogue & Business Summit for the Development of Southern Mexico Session.
April 12, 2019
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The New American Energy Era: Secretary Perry Keynote Address at CERA Week
Secretary Perry talks about the new era of American energy at CERAWeek in Texas.
March 13, 2019
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Energy Diversity and Security Remarks by Secretary Rick Perry
Secretary Rick Perry talks about energy diversity and security in Prague, Czech Republic.
November 14, 2018
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Secretary Perry Announces the Launch of the U.S.-Poland Strategic Energy Dialogue
United States and Poland sign Memorandum of Understanding for a reinforced Strategic Dialogue on Energy.
November 9, 2018
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IAEA General Conference: Opening Remarks by Secretary Rick Perry
Secretary Perry's remarks at the IAEA General Conference in Vienna, Austria on September 17, 2018.
September 17, 2018
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Mars 2020, Part 2: SuperCam Does It All

Developed by Los Alamos National Lab, SuperCam is the scientific “Swiss Army Knife” for NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover. In this episode, we hear from the SuperCam team what it's like shooting rocks with lasers, and how it could help us find life on Mars. 

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#STEMRising

CWC Alum Goes Far with Passion for Renewable Energy
August 26, 2020
Jane Sandoval enters her master's program this fall with years of energy experience, including her work in DOE's 2020 Collegiate Wind Competition.
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Workshop to encourage women and underrepresented minority students to consider careers in plasma physics goes online
August 21, 2020
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory’s (PPPL) Undergraduate Workshop in Plasma Physics went virtual this year.
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Partner Program with Local College Creates a Path to Careers
August 21, 2020
A program with Northern New Mexico College and Los Alamos National Laboratory funds a faculty member, career services, materials, and internships.
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All in STEM - a New Digital Resource
August 20, 2020
The new All in STEM website, a project of STEM Rising, showcases programs intended to diversity the future STEM workforce.
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Plastics Innovation Challenge
Veterans@Energy
Served and still serving. Learn how veterans are making a difference at the Energy Department.
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