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Press ReleasesJune 19, 2018Projects aim to reduce cost of solar-thermal desalination and helping the technology to reach new markets, areas not connected to the electric grid.Energy.gov
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BulletinJune 18, 2018Most optoelectronic components and consumer display devices require glass or plastic covers for protection against the environment. OpticalBasic Energy Sciences
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Success StoryJune 8, 2018The Tribe has turned to renewable energy as a means of lowering energy costs and gaining independence from the grid.Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs
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Press ReleasesJune 7, 2018Entrepreneurial individuals and teams will compete through a series of three successive prize contests designed to develop American-made products.Energy.gov
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Press ReleasesMay 29, 2018A new report released by NREL looks at the impact of eclipses and other major weather events on solar generation.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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May 24, 2018Since 2016, Texas utility Austin Energy has worked with the U.S. Department of Energy to develop a low-cost integrated solar plus storage solution.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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BulletinMay 23, 2018Smart windows were developed in the 1970s. They are used to reduce building energy consumption by minimizing unwanted solar heating. Typically,Basic Energy Sciences
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May 17, 2018Solar energy provides as much as 15% of generation on the grid in some states, solar energy can provide grid services to maintain system balance.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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Press ReleasesMay 15, 2018New systems would enable significant progress toward 2030 goals.Energy.gov
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May 9, 2018Power electronics are essential to the safe and efficient operation of solar PV systems, serving as a critical gateway between solar and the grid.Integrated Energy Systems Office