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October 27, 2016You might think it would take a Halloween trick to transform grasses, corn husks, and other plants and organic waste into fuel you can use to power your car or an airplane.Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 26, 2016The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory has worked with Whooshh Innovations on an inventive project demonstrating a fish-friendly transport syste...Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 25, 2016The Energy Department’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) has reduced energy costs for millions of low-income households by providing energy efficiency upgrades. Many of the people getting their homes weatherized are also realizing another pos...Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 24, 2016The beautiful island of Kauai, Hawaii, is known for its pristine beaches and dramatic mountain ranges. But Kauai is not just a vacation spot; it is also the location of one of the largest algae biofuel production facilities in the United States.Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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Press ReleasesOctober 20, 2016The Energy Department today announced $21.4 million in funding for 17 new projects to help reduce the "soft costs" commonly found with solar energy, such as installation, permitting, and connecting to the grid.Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 19, 2016Happy Bioenergy Day! Today, bioenergy organizations across North America are celebrating the benefits of bioenergy by holding events and open houseOffice of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 14, 2016Decomposition of dead trees occurs naturally and is healthy for a forest ecosystem. However, too many dead trees makes the region prone to forest f...Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 11, 2016Hundreds of business leaders, policy makers, entrepreneurs and designers gathered at the South by Southwest Eco (SXSW Eco) in Texas. The conference...Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 7, 2016Every second that ticks by, six solar cells come off U.S. manufacturing lines that contain crystalline silicon. In 10 years, the Energy Department’s SunShot Initiative expects nearly three-times that amount to be racing across the lines, helping to m...Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
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October 6, 2016CEMI was established in 2013 to apply DOE’s resources and capabilities to increase U.S. competitiveness in the production of clean energy technologiesOffice of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation