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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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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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As a steward of taxpayer dollars, Kat Clark thought outside the box and made a difference. Learn what she achieved and read her advice for Clean Energy Champions.
May 12, 2023
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Elisabet Metcalfe's journey from geology to clean energy is a story of finding fulfillment by applying her scientific training to real-world challenges. Check out her advice for aspiring Clean Energy Champions.
May 11, 2023
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From fellowship to contractor to federal employee, Anne Marie Esposito successfully navigated a pathway to a clean energy career in public service. You can too!
May 10, 2023
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For Mark Elless, public service runs the family. Learn how he’s pairing public service with his background in earth science.
May 10, 2023
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Getting to work with a diverse group of people is particularly rewarding for Corey Vezina. Find out why else he was drawn to work in public service.
May 9, 2023
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A career change led Sara Emmons to public service. Learn about her focus and how she’s helping women become tomorrow’s clean energy leaders.
May 9, 2023
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From May 8 to 12, 2023, EERE will introduce you to some of our outstanding public servants to learn why they serve. Start by reading about Michele Boyd, a program manager in the Solar Energy Technologies Office.
May 8, 2023
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Transitioning a community to clean energy requires a tailored approach that addresses that community’s specific needs. Learn how some communities are making the switch, the benefits they will see, and how YOUR community can start transitioning.
May 3, 2023
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As of now, there is no evidence to support speculation that noise resulting from wind development-related site characterization surveys could potentially cause mortality of whales.
April 28, 2023
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DOE partners with private companies and other organizations to develop unique approaches to improving building energy efficiency
April 19, 2023
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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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May 10, 2023
Endicott College and University of New Hampshire were the overall winners of the inaugural HCC and the fourth annual MECC
May 10, 2023
Selected Projects Across 13 States and Puerto Rico Will Demonstrate How Solar, Wind, and Storage Can Protect and Strengthen America’s Power Grid
May 8, 2023
President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda Invests in Expanding Marine Energy and Hydroelectric Power to Increase Access to Reliable Clean Power for Americans
May 8, 2023
DOE announces the launch of a new $7.75 million prize to support STEM education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities around the United States
May 3, 2023
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Better Buildings Challenge partner Parkway School District for energy efficiency achievements and leadership across its portfolio.
April 25, 2023
Selected Projects Will Help Communities Cut Carbon Pollution, Lower Utility Bills, Create Jobs, and Expand Adoption of Geothermal Heating and Cooling Systems
April 25, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $38 million funding opportunity for National Laboratories to advance key research and development priorities needed to modernize the electricity grid.
April 24, 2023
The DOE announced six finalists in the Equitable and Affordable Solutions to Electrification (EAS-E) Prize, which awards innovative solutions that advance electrification retrofits across various residential building types and geographies
April 20, 2023
Over $8 Billion Available Through Prizes, Private Capital, and a Conditional Loan Commitment Will Expand Access to Cheaper, Cleaner Energy for American Families and Deploy Solar Power to Underrepresented Communities
April 20, 2023
Nineteen Projects Across Twelve States Will Help Establish Domestic Solar Supply Chain, Increase Energy Security, and Build on Progress Made to Bring Solar Manufacturing to the United States
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Comprehensive Energy Savings Performance Contract In-Person Workshop
8:00 AM Jun 6 to 4:30 PM Jun 8 MDT