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Why Clean Energy Matters
Learn why clean energy is important and transitioning the United States to a clean energy economy enhances economic growth, energy independence, and the health and well-being of the American people.
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Renewable Energy
EERE's applied research, development, and demonstration activities aim to make renewable energy cost-competitive with traditional sources of energy. Learn more about EERE's work in geothermal, solar, wind, and water power.
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Energy Efficiency
Learn about EERE's energy-efficiency research and development in advanced manufacturing, building technologies, federal energy management, low-income weatherization, and intergovernmental partnerships.
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Sustainable Transportation
Learn about EERE's work in bioenergy, hydrogen and fuel cells, and vehicles to increase access to domestic, clean transportation fuels and improve the energy efficiency, convenience, and affordability of transporting people and goods.
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Clean Energy in Action
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Assistant Secretary Moreno discusses new efforts to help subsidize construction of Zero Energy Ready Homes.
January 27, 2023
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Check out some of the latest projects and activities to make clean power more accessible and affordable for all Americans.
January 26, 2023
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December 21st marks the start of the winter season. For many Americans, cold and often freezing temperatures means higher utility bills to keep warm, so the Department of Energy brings you 5 tips to keep your energy costs down.
December 21, 2022
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We studied how four clean energy technologies got commercialized to find commonalities that could clear the path to market for other clean energy technologies. Read what we learned.
December 5, 2022
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Acting Assistant Secretary Moreno summarizes DOE's recent investments in wildlife conservation.
November 28, 2022
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Buying her first car at age 17 put Chelsea Sexton on an unexpected path. Find out how she ended up on the front lines of the mission to electrify the transportation sector.
November 28, 2022
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Advancements toward the clean energy transition are happening in the sky, underground, at sea, in communities, and more. Check out some highlights of our recent progress, which we could not achieve without the support of Clean Energy Champions.
November 21, 2022
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A year ago, DOE launched the Communities Local Energy Action Pilot Program to empower a key set of priority communities to custom-design their own pathways to a sustainable, resilient, equitable clean energy future.
November 17, 2022
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With the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), apprentices will play a critical role in strengthening our nation’s infrastructure and achieving a bright energy future.
November 15, 2022
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) yesterday took a huge step forward in its effort to shore up America’s domestic supply of battery-grade lithium—a substance that is indispensable to our transition to a clean-energy economy. Lithium, which, after a refi
November 11, 2022
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Basics for Clean Energy Champions
This clean energy breakdown will help you share information about how all Americans will benefit from the clean energy transition and how EERE will get us there.
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January 27, 2023
Funding Will Reduce Costs and Improve the Performance of Critical Hydrogen Infrastructure and Fuel Cell Technologies, Support DOE’s Hydrogen Shot
January 26, 2023
DOE’s Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program in EERE’s Building Technologies Office (BTO) has released Version 2 of its national program requirements for single-family homes (ZERH V2).
January 26, 2023
17 Projects Will Boost Production of Biofuels for Consumer and Freight Transportation in America, Support President Biden’s Decarbonization and Climate Agenda
January 25, 2023
New report finds geothermal energy could provide power equivalent to over 65 million U.S. homes
January 23, 2023
The National Offshore Wind Research and Development Consortium released a report identifying how the United States can develop a robust and equitable domestic supply chain required to achieve the national offshore wind target of 30 gigawatts by 2030.
January 19, 2023
DOE’s Community Power Accelerator™ Will Help Create Pipeline of Projects Ready for Financing, Award-Winning Projects Demonstrate Best Practices in Community Solar
January 18, 2023
DOE today launched a new up to $50 million program to help communities across the country transition to clean energy systems that are reliable, affordable, equitable, and reflective of local priorities.
January 18, 2023
Buildings UP is designed to accelerate the transformation of U.S. buildings into energy-efficient and clean energy-ready homes, commercial spaces, and communities
January 10, 2023
The Hydropower Operations Optimization Prize aims to use modeling, mathematical optimization, data science, and machine learning to create new ways for hydropower to support a reliable and resilient electric grid
January 10, 2023
Landmark Blueprint Will Advance the President’s Clean Transportation Agenda, Slashing Consumer Costs, Improving Public Health, and Increasing the Nation’s Energy Security
Clean Energy Success Stories
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Operant Networks developed a networking technology that strengthens cybersecurity for clean energy resources on the grid
January 26, 2023
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It used to take weeks to get a permit to install rooftop solar panels. Now permit approval is instant, benefitting consumers, contractors, and local governments that adopt the tool that speeds up the process.
December 1, 2022
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With funds from DOE, Trevi and the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority created a solar desalination plant that produces fresh water
September 21, 2022
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Carbon Rivers, a company that produces advanced material and energy technologies, has commercialized a process that recovers clean, intact glass fiber from decommissioned wind turbine blades
September 13, 2022
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With funding from DOE, Natel created an innovative technology designed to make it easier for fish to navigate through hydropower facilities without getting hurt
September 12, 2022
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DOE awarded funding to start-up company EnergySage to build an online marketplace for rooftop solar systems and make the process of solar adoption more consumer-centric.
August 30, 2022
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The Solar Forecast Arbiter is a first-of-its-kind platform that analyzes solar forecasts, comparing them against a standard so grid operators can better manage the amount of solar energy on the grid
May 23, 2022
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Geothermal energy has been largely inaccessible, but that will soon change, thanks to researchers in Utah who have injected fluid into hot rocks underground.
May 18, 2022
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Learn how Keystone Tower Systems is using spiral welding to revolutionize wind turbine manufacturing.
May 2, 2022
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New Mexico is taking significant steps to promote renewable energy throughout the state by clearing the way for electric vehicle infrastructure and investing in community solar demonstration projects.
February 23, 2022
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Events
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31
Utility Energy Service Contracts Comprehensive Training Series
12:00 PM Jan 31 to 2:00 PM Feb 2 EST
Feb
07
ABCs of Multifamily Electrification Strategies
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST
Feb
07
Energy CLASS Prize Office Hours
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST