Energy News
Energy Department Announces Opening of Battery Recycling Center at Argonne National Lab
New battery recycling center will speed battery recycling and reduce U.S. dependence on foreign sources of critical materials.
February 15, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette Meets With International Atomic Energy Agency
Conversations covered nuclear nonproliferation, management practices, nuclear cooperation, and advances in civilian nuclear energy.
February 14, 2019
Department of Energy to Provide $12 Million for Research on Quantum Information Science for Particle Physics
Research will explore connections between fields.
February 14, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette Participates In German LNG Conference
Deputy Secretary Brouillette emphasized how America’s natural gas revolution has played an integral role in U.S. energy security.
February 12, 2019
Department of Energy Announces $66 Million for Research on Plants and Microbes
Genomics-based research will help develop crops for bioenergy.
February 12, 2019
White House Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Is Accelerating America’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
President Trump launches his American AI Initiative that directs Federal agencies to prioritize investments in research and development of AI.
February 11, 2019
Department of Energy to Provide $30 Million for New Data Science Approaches for Chemistry and Materials Research
Research will accelerate breakthroughs in science underlying energy technologies.
February 8, 2019
Department of Energy Announces $35 Million for Ultra-Efficient Power Management
ARPA-E awards 12 new projects to support medium-voltage devices for grid, industry and transportation.
February 7, 2019
Daniel Simmons Ceremonially Sworn In as DOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Simmons leads EERE to promote affordable and reliable energy to enhance America’s economic growth and energy security.
February 6, 2019
DOE Announces Notice of Intent to Issue a Funding Opportunity Establishing a Cybersecurity Institute for Energy Efficient Manufacturing
Institute aims to develop technologies that will advance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, energy efficiency, and innovation.
February 6, 2019
ENERGY BLOG
Black History Month: 5 Facts About Dr. Samuel P. Massie
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Dr. Samuel P. Massie worked at Ames National Lab during the Manhattan Project and became the first black professor to teach at the Naval Academy.
Black History Month: 5 Facts About Dr. Moddie Taylor
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Dr. Moddie Taylor was part of an elite group of scientists tasked with developing the atomic bomb, helping to end the deadliest war in world history.
Minority Students Encouraged to Apply for 2019 MEISPP Internships
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Applications now open for the 2019 MEISPP summer internship program.
American Scientific Leadership in the 21st Century
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The prosperity, security, and national competitiveness of the United States depend on science and innovation.
Graduate Fellow Feature: Sarah Pevey
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NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program participants like Sarah Pevey have a unique opportunity within the the Nuclear Security Enterprise.
9 Energy Data Tools You Can Use in 2019
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The Energy Department has resources to help consumers understand the role energy plays in their daily lives and how they can manage it.
Graduate Fellow Feature: Dr. Karen Ventura
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Dr. Karen Ventura is part of the NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program, a unique opportunity for recent graduates to join the Nuclear Security Enterprise.
DOE hosts a Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car Learn, Ride & Drive to Commemorate Veterans Month
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Representatives of the EnergyVets Resource Group at DOE were able learn more about how fuel cell cars work and hear about the potential of hydrogen.
Graduate Fellow Feature: Matthew Tweardy
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The NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program is a great opportunity for recent graduates like Matthew Tweardy to join the Nuclear Security Enterprise.
Paducah Site Workers Educate Girls About STEM Careers
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More than 120 students recently took part in an interactive learning space hosted by EM’s PPPO deactivation and remediation contractor.
Media Advisories
Secretary Perry to Attend World Government Summit in UAE
Secretary Perry will also hold bilateral meetings with energy leaders and government officials in the region.
February 8, 2019
Secretary Perry to Participate in Joint Announcement with Minister Al-Kaabi of Qatar and ExxonMobil
Secretary Perry will host a bilateral meeting with Qatar’s Minister of State for Energy Affairs.
February 4, 2019
Secretary Perry and Administrator Gordon-Hagerty to Give Remarks at Pantex
Event will mark the completion of the Program of Record for the W76-1 Life Extension Program.
January 22, 2019
Secretary Perry to Speak at American Energy Innovation Council and Bipartisan Policy Center
Secretary Perry will discuss the importance of federal investments in energy research and development.
January 15, 2019
Secretary Perry to Speak at National Petroleum Council Meeting
Secretary Perry will discuss the importance of the recent record-breaking U.S. oil and gas production, energy infrastructure development, and more.
December 3, 2018
Secretary Perry To Keynote Future of Electricity Forum
Secretary Perry will discuss the current power system in the United States.
November 28, 2018
Secretary Perry Travels To Poland, Ukraine, Hungary, and Czech Republic
Secretary Perry will travel to Poland, Ukraine, Hungary and Czech Republic to build on efforts to elevate American energy partnerships in the region.
November 2, 2018
Secretary Perry Travels to Norfolk, Virginia
Secretary will tour the USS John Warner at Naval Station Norfolk and provide remarks at the Virginia Energy and National Security Forum.
November 1, 2018
Secretary Perry To Visit Brookhaven National Laboratory
Secretary Perry will tour the facility and provide remarks at an all-hands meeting with employees.
October 25, 2018
Secretary Perry To Address American Water Summit 2018 and Holtec Manufacturing Facility
Event brings together water industry leaders to discuss innovation and investment in the water sector.
October 24, 2018
#STEMRising
Building a Foundation - New Scholarship Announced at Argonne
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February 13, 2019
Scholarship named after pioneering Argonne scientist.
Area Students to Design Cities of the Future, Protecting Against Natural Disasters During Regional Competition
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February 1, 2019
During this year’s Future City competition, middle school students help design a resistant electric grid.
Minority Students Encouraged to Apply for 2019 MEISPP Internships
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January 31, 2019
Applications now open for the 2019 MEISPP summer internship program.
A Global Reach to Empower Women’s Participation in the Energy Sector
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January 30, 2019
The Department of Energy’s Office of International Affairs is empowering women in STEM to make a difference.
17 National Labs: Changing the World We Live In
Learn how the Energy Department’s National Laboratories are changing the world we live in.