Energy News
$10.6 Million Announced to Support Advanced Nuclear Energy Technologies
Funding supports three domestic advanced nuclear technology projects.
May 23, 2019
Readout of Secretary Perry’s Delegation Visit to the Inauguration of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Secretary Perry discussed efforts to further economic and energy cooperation within the transatlantic community, and particularly with Ukraine.
May 21, 2019
Secretary Perry Meets with Presidents of Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia
Delegation discussed the importance of economic and energy cooperation between the U.S. and the Baltic states.
May 21, 2019
The U.S. Department of Energy Announces $46 Million for Small Business Research and Development Grants
Grants will support innovation and job creation.
May 20, 2019
Secretary Perry Leads Presidential Delegation To Inauguration Of His Excellency Voloydymyr Zelenskyy, President Of Ukraine
While in Ukraine, Secretary Perry and the delegation will hold bilateral meetings with Ukrainian and European leaders.
May 19, 2019
Readout of Mark W. Menezes Visit to the Appalachian Region
Under Secretary Menezes visited Pennsylvania to discuss energy opportunities for economic and infrastructure development.
May 17, 2019
Readout of Secretary Perry’s Visit to Bogota, Colombia
Secretary Perry addressed the Summit about the desire of the Trump Administration to expand energy partnerships.
May 13, 2019
Statement from the DOE Press Secretary
Press Secretary releases the following statement in response to reports of efforts to disrupt oil shipping.
May 13, 2019
Statement from Secretary Perry on NNSS Visit
Secretary Perry and Lisa E. Gordon-Hagerty visit Nevada National Security Site in North Las Vegas.
May 11, 2019
Department of Energy Announces $8 Million in Funding for Energy System Resilience
The Energy Department announced $8 million for innovative approaches to enhance the reliability and resilience of the nation’s energy infrastructure.
May 9, 2019
ENERGY BLOG
Could they be the future workforce of NNSA?
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Last month, children of all ages descended on NNSA and the Department of Energy (DOE) for the annual Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Military Appreciation Month: Berkeley Lab’s Michael Johnson
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Mike Johnson's service in the military has helped pave the way for a rewarding career at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: 10 Questions for Kerry Cheung
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Kerry Cheung is a Program Manager for electric grid research and development in the Office of Electricity.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: 10 Questions for Yunzhi Huang
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Yunzhi (Lucy) Huang is a building science researcher and technology developer at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Call to Action: How the military draft earned this Navy Vet a long career in nuclear
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Argonne National Laboratory researcher Roger Blomquist was drafted into the Vietnam War, setting up a long career in nuclear.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: 10 Questions for James Thompson
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James P. Thompson is an Administrative Judge for the Office of Hearings and Appeals.
INTERACTIVE MAP: U.S. Liquefied Natural Gas Exports Breaking Records
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The U.S. is now a net exporter of both natural gas and Liquefied Natural Gas, sending shipments to dozens of countries around the world.
Penn State Takes Top Prize at 2019 Collegiate Wind Competition Technical Challenge
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Announcement of the winners of the 2019 Collegiate Wind Competition Technical Challenge.
Developing AI for Precision Drug Therapy in Fight Against Cancer
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The Energy Department and National Cancer Institute are building tools that will improve the screening process for new cancer drugs.
NNSA initiative is building a diverse STEM workforce for the future
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The Minority Serving Institutions Partnership Program is one way NNSA builds an inclusive, engaged, and highly technical workforce in the STEM fields.
Media Advisories
DOE and ExxonMobil to Formalize Research Partnership
Energy Department will formalize partnership between National Energy Technology Laboratory, ExxonMobil and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
May 21, 2019
Under Secretary Menezes to Visit Pennsylvania
Menezes will discuss opportunities for economic development in the Appalachian region and utilization of the region’s vast energy resources.
May 14, 2019
Under Secretary Menezes to Speak At DOE Cyber Conference
Under Secretary Menezes will provide the keynote address at the 2019 DOE Cyber Conference held in Denver, Colorado.
May 13, 2019
Secretary Perry Attends 2019 Concordia Americas Summit
U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry will travel to Bogotá, Colombia to participate in the 2019 Concordia Americas Summit.
May 10, 2019
Secretary Perry Participates in Third Innovation XLab at Oak Ridge National Lab
Secretary Perry will provide remarks, tour the innovative XLab exhibits, and have a brief media availability.
May 3, 2019
Secretary Perry to Travel to Brussels, Belgium
Secretary Perry will participate in the 1st U.S.-EU Energy Council High-Level Business to Business Forum.
April 29, 2019
Department of Energy at EarthX Dallas
Secretary Perry will provide keynote remarks at the EarthX Banquet.
April 23, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette to Participate in Brazos Island Harbor Signing Ceremony
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette will travel to Brownsville, Texas for the event.
April 22, 2019
Secretary Perry Visits Kentucky
U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry travels to Kentucky to meet with Governor Matt Bevin and State Legislators to discuss energy issues.
April 22, 2019
Secretary Perry to Participate in Discussion on Powering the Grid
Secretary Rick Perry will participate in a keynote conversation with RealClearPolitics Washington Bureau Chief Carl Cannon.
March 28, 2019
Recent Speeches
Secretary Perry at EarthX 2019 in Dallas
Secretary Perry spoke at EarthX in Dallas on April 25, 2019.
April 30, 2019
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
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
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
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
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
#STEMRising
Could they be the future workforce of NNSA?
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May 23, 2019
Last month, children of all ages descended on NNSA and the Department of Energy (DOE) for the annual Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Integrating Scientific Computing into Science Curricula
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May 21, 2019
A new minor in scientific computing is being offered at Adelphi University, courtesy of an innovative partnership with Brookhaven National Laboratory.
INL Support Helps Temple View Elementary School Achieve Idaho's First STEM School Designation
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May 20, 2019
Temple View's new STEM lab was essential for receiving their STEM accreditation and supports teachers and students for the jobs of the future.
Penn State Takes Top Prize at 2019 Collegiate Wind Competition Technical Challenge
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May 14, 2019
Announcement of the winners of the 2019 Collegiate Wind Competition Technical Challenge.
The New American Energy Era
How innovation is ushering in a new era of American energy.