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Energy Department Launches Industrial Technology Validation Pilot for Emerging Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the launch of the Industrial Technology Validation (ITV) pilot.
October 29, 2020
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Energy Department Announces Round One Winners of the Geothermal Manufacturing Prize
DOE Announces Round One Winners of American-Made Geothermal Manufacturing Prize, aimed at advancing geothermal manufacturing solutions.
October 19, 2020
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Energy Department Announces Solar Desalination Prize Competitors
DOE announces quarterfinalists for Solar Desalination Prize, aimed at developing thermal desalination technologies to solve water challenges.
October 19, 2020
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Removing the Element of Surprise: Ocean Observing Prize Solicits Designs for Tomorrow’s Storm Tracking Technology
DOE and NOAA announce the opening of Ocean Observing Prize's DEVELOP Competition to better understand how to forecast hurricanes.
October 19, 2020
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Solar Energy Technologies Office Announces New Job Openings
Learn more about the open positions in the Solar Energy Technologies Office.
October 16, 2020
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DOE Launches Partnership Initiative to Strengthen Remote and Islanded Communities’ Energy Resilience
DOE launches new program to enable remote and islanded communities to plan for, withstand, and recover from energy disruptions.
October 15, 2020
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U.S. Department of Energy Announces $27 Million in Plastics Recycling Research and Development
These projects will support the development of advanced plastics recycling technologies and new plastics that are recyclable-by-design.
October 15, 2020
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Department of Energy Critical Materials Institute Selects Four Projects to Support Critical Materials Supply Chain Innovation
DOE’s Critical Materials Institute announced selections totaling up to $4 million for four research and development projects.
October 15, 2020
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U.S. Department of Energy Announces Notice of Opportunity for Technical Assistance to Support Hydropower Decision Making
This opportunity will provide hydropower decision makers with National Lab expertise and capabilities to address current challenges.
October 13, 2020
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U.S. Department of Energy Provides $65 Million for ‘Connected Communities’ of Buildings Powered to Transform Electric System
DOE announces up to $65 million through its Connected Communities FOA to expand DOE's network of efficient building communities nationwide.
October 13, 2020
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Blog

Solar Decathlon Build Challenge – Return to Construction
November 2, 2020
Collegiate teams competing in the Solar Decathlon Build Challenge are returning to their projects despite the pandemic to build their solar houses.
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Armstrong Flooring Recognized for Leadership in Industrial Energy Efficiency
October 30, 2020
Blog authored by Assistant Secretary Daniel R Simmons
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Investing in the Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Workforce
October 30, 2020
Blog authored by Assistant Secretary for the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Daniel R Simmons.
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How Florida’s Premier University Strives to Improve our Energy Futures
October 29, 2020
Blog authored Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency, Alex Fitzsimmons.
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DOE Launches New Pilot Program to Validate Emerging Industrial Technologies
October 29, 2020
Blog authored by Alex Fitzsimmons, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency.
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Energy’s Role in a Safe and Secure Water Supply for the Nation
October 26, 2020
Energy’s Role in a Safe and Secure Water Supply for the Nation
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2021 Collegiate Wind Competition to Focus on Outreach and Planning for Adaptability
October 23, 2020
A new academic year is underway, which means a new class of college students is preparing for the 2021 DOE Collegiate Wind Competition.
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The Departments of Energy and Transportation Collaborate to Improve Public Transportation Efficiency and Effectiveness Using Data and Tec...
October 22, 2020
The Departments of Energy and Transportation collaborate to improve public transportation efficiency and effectiveness using data and technology.
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The Plastics Innovation Challenge: DOE’s Vision for American Leadership in Plastics Recycling
October 15, 2020
A by Alex Fitzsimmons, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency, U.S. Department of Energy
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Can Connected Communities Solve Grid Challenges At-Scale? Let’s Find Out.
October 12, 2020
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency Alex Fitzsimmons Blog on Connected Communities FOA
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