OFFICE OF ECONOMIC IMPACT AND DIVERSITY BLOG
Creating Equity in Energy for People of Color
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Amid a shifting energy landscape, the Department's first-ever deputy director for Energy Justice sees a chance to make a positive difference.
Janei Smiley, Minority Educational Institutions Division Intern, Office of Minority Programs
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intern Janei Smiley from Morrow, Ga.
Andrea Candelaria, Workforce Division Intern, Office of Minority Programs
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Andrea Candelaria from Puerto Rico
Amber Foreman, Workforce Division Intern, Office of Minority Programs
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My name is Amber Foreman and I was born and raised in Dallas Texas.
Interest and Access: National Laboratories Fall Session
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ED is collaborating with various DOE National Laboratories to provide webinars titled, “Interest and Access: National Laboratories Series”.
2020 Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program (MEISPP)
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Since 2005, the Office of Economic Impact and Diversity (ED) has hosted over 850 interns in the program. MEISPP offers talented high school...
Equity in Energy
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On August 20th 2020, the Department of Energy’s Office of Economic Impact and Diversity (ED) launched its trademark Equity in Energy Initiative at...
Webinar Series Formerly Incarcerated Persons
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On August 4, 2020 the Office of Economic Impact and Diversity (ED) brought together 113 stakeholders, 8 panelists and 2 guest speakers to discuss...
Helping Minorities through Federal Partnerships
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The Honorable James Campos and David Byrd executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at DOE Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
DOE Celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 28, 2020
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The DOE Office of Economic Impact and Diversity will host a virtual Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Program in May.
NEWS
Remarks As Prepared by Secretary Brouillette For Women’s History Month
The Women’s History Month event was postponed due to issued guidance to stay home during the COVID-19 outbreak.
March 26, 2020
Secretary Perry and Secretary Carson Celebrate National African American History Month
Their discussion will focus on the countless contributions African Americans have made -- and continue to make –- to the greatness of our Nation.
February 26, 2019
Secretary Perry Hosts DOE Secretary’s Honor Awards Ceremony
Secretary Perry recognizes the outstanding achievements of individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond in fulfilling DOE’s mission.
August 29, 2018
The United States and Israel Establish Joint Center of Excellence in Energy
Energy Rick Perry and Israeli Minister of Energy Yuval Steinitz signed the agreement today at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
June 25, 2018
C3E Announces Texas A&M Energy Institute Joining Collaborative Effort to Advance Women’s Leadership in Clean Energy
New collaboration with the Texas A&M Energy Institute will broaden the geographic reach and diversity representation of the United States C3E program.
May 9, 2018
Energy Department creates Jobs Strategy Council to Focus on Job Growth in Energy Economy
Today, Secretary Moniz announced the creation of the Jobs Strategy Council (JSC), an initiative focused on accelerating job growth in American-made...
January 23, 2015
Energy Department Announces New Minorities in Energy Industry Partner Network
WASHINGTON – At a forum marking the first anniversary of its Minorities in Energy Initiative (MIE), the Energy Department today announced the...
November 18, 2014
Energy Department Trains Veterans in Advanced Manufacturing
Today, the first 24 participants marked the successful completion of the Advanced Manufacturing Internship program, a pilot effort sponsored by the...
August 15, 2014
Historically Black Colleges and Universities Receive Funds for Fossil Energy Research
Five fossil energy-related projects that will help maintain the nation’s energy portfolio while also providing educational and research training...
August 15, 2013
Sixty-Eight Students to Receive Nuclear Energy Scholarships and Fellowships
Energy Department Awards $5 Million to Support Next Generation Energy Leaders
July 17, 2013