EERE Mission

EERE’s mission is to accelerate the research, development, demonstration, and deployment of technologies and solutions to equitably transition America to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions economy-wide by no later than 2050, and ensure the clean energy economy benefits all Americans, creating good paying jobs for the American people—especially workers and communities impacted by the energy transition and those historically underserved by the energy system and overburdened by pollution.

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News

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Secretary Granholm Recognizes America’s Best Builders of “Zero Energy Ready” Homes
September 15, 2021
DOE’s Housing Innovation Awards Honor Top Builders of Zero Energy Ready Homes
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DOE Announces $16 Million to Support Community-Driven Pathways to Clean Energy
September 15, 2021
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched the Local Energy Action Program (Communities LEAP).
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Department of Energy Releases Two Requests for Information on Solar
September 13, 2021
U.S. Department of Energy today released two requests for information seeking input on pathways to use solar energy to decarbonize industrial processes and on impacts of large-scale solar plants on wildlife and ecosystems.
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DOE Announces Nearly $65 Million for Biofuels Research to Reduce Airplane and Ship Emissions
September 9, 2021
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $64.7 million in funding for projects focused on producing cost-effective, low-carbon biofuels to replace petroleum fuels used in heavy-duty forms of transportation, like airplanes and ships.
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Blog

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Staff Profiles: The Geothermal Technologies Office Celebrates STEMtember at DOE
The pathway to a career in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics, known as STEM, is an exciting journey well-traveled by millions of professionals worldwide. Thousands of career fields are available ranging from mechanical engineering to...
September 13, 2021
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ICYMI: What Happened at the Hydrogen Shot Summit Last Week?
Hydrogen Shot is the first in a series of DOE's Energy Earthshots that support President Biden's goals to transition our economy to clean energy and address the climate crisis.
September 10, 2021
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EERE Celebrates STEMtember
To expand the U.S. energy portfolio and ensure our continued leadership as innovators in the race for clean energy solutions, we must maintain focus and investment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics as a vital national priority.
September 2, 2021
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How Wind Energy Can Help Clean Hydrogen Contribute to a Zero-Carbon Future
To achieve President Biden’s goal of an energy economy with zero-carbon emissions by 2050, the United States cannot rely on renewable electricity alone.
August 30, 2021
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Success Stories

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EERE Success Story – Pennsylvania Clean Energy Program Plan
A DOE formula grant helped Pennsylvania develop its first comprehensive Clean Energy Program plan.
July 9, 2021
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EERE Success Story – Cleveland Thermal Energy Audit
EERE's State Energy Program assisted the Ohio Development Services Agency in helping Cleveland Thermal reduce heating and water costs by 20%, or about $1,400,000 annually.
July 1, 2021
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Weathering the Storm: Supporting States and U.S. Territories During Hurricane Season
EERE supports a variety of programs and initiatives that help states prepare for disruptive weather events.
May 26, 2021
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Washington State Adapts DOE-Funded Tool to Help Manage Coronavirus Response
Last Spring, Washington State made use of a DOE-funded Energy Infrastructure Assessment Tool to help manage its pandemic response.
May 5, 2021
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