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March 6, 2014Capturing solar power in space for use as energy on Earth seems farfetched. But recent developments could make this a reality in coming years.Energy.gov
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February 26, 2014The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) announced the approval of two solar energy projects located near the Nevada-California border that are expected to supply 550 megawatts of renewable energy.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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February 19, 2014The Energy Department announced $25 million in new funding to boost domestic solar manufacturing and speed up the commercialization of efficient, affordable photovoltaic and concentrating solar power technologies.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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February 19, 2014The Energy Department announced the 20 collegiate teams selected to compete in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2015 and unveiled the competition's location - the Orange County Great Park in Irvine, California.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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February 19, 2014The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System, the world’s largest concentrating solar power plant, officially opened on February 13.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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February 13, 2014Explore our latest map, charting the location of concentrating solar power plants across the country.Energy.gov
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February 12, 2014EERE offers webinars to the public on a range of subjects, from adopting the latest energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies to training for the energy workforce.Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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February 12, 2014Where do we stand in driving down the cost of solar energy technologies?Energy.gov
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DocumentFebruary 6, 2014This document provides the SunShot Prize competition rules updated on July 20, 2015 by the SunShot Initiative.Integrated Energy Systems Office
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Press ReleasesJanuary 29, 2014The Solar Foundation released its National Solar Jobs Census 2013, which found that the U.S. solar industry added nearly 24,000 workers in 2013, a 20% increase over 2012.Integrated Energy Systems Office