Clean Energy In Action blogs aim to share the positive impact EERE has on the American people, businesses, industry partners, universities, research labs, and other entities to increase the use and effectiveness of affordable renewable energy, sustainable transportation, and energy efficiency technologies. Learn about projects and successes from the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, as well as the people behind the work.
You can also view an interactive map of EERE Success Stories.
July 11, 2017
Peeling Back the Red Tape to Go Solar
Interconnection times vary widely across the U.S. and can take several months to complete. These SunShot awardees are simplifying the solar process.
July 5, 2017
7 Things You Didn't Know about the National Renewable Energy Laboratory
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is celebrating 40 years of innovation. Here are 7 surprising projects that came from the lab.
July 3, 2017
Hang Ten: Catch Waves with an Algae-Based Surfboard
As you head to the beach this year, you may find some new products at the surf shop, made of bioplastics from algae.
June 28, 2017
In the Future, Your iPad Could Come from Geothermal: 3 Facts about Critical Materials
To improve technologies from the onset, the Geothermal Technologies Office is focusing on rare earths and critical materials recovery.
June 20, 2017
How Do Wind Turbines Survive Severe Storms?
Wind turbines need to protect themselves just as communities do during severe storms. Find out how wind turbines survive severe storms.
June 16, 2017
EERE Success Story—Concentrating Solar Power Transforms Food Processing with Solar Steam
Sunvapor designed a solar collector to cut costs and optimize the supply chain by using less energy to manufacture the structural components.
June 15, 2017
7 of the Fastest Growing Jobs for Women in Wind
Women working in the wind industry are on the rise.
June 13, 2017
Lab Carbon Capture Technology Keeps Beer Bubbling
A national lab technology that improves power plant carbon capture could also save money and energy for micobreweries.
June 12, 2017
5 Things You Need to Know about Algae
5 things you should know about algae and why the Energy Department is excited to invest in this "green" technology.
June 9, 2017
EERE Success Story—Real Estate Professionals Embrace Solar Power
As solar energy’s popularity continues to grow among homeowners, it’s changing the way people buy and sell homes.