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EERE invests in clean energy technologies so all Americans have access to clean power. Learn about EERE's mission, vision, strategic goals, and accomplishments.
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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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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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Solar cells created with perovskite minerals can be an important tool in the race to deploy clean energy as quickly and cost effectively as possible, but only if we first overcome key technological hurdles
June 8, 2022
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EERE recognizes the achievements of the LGBTQI+ community and is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in all our activities. Find out what we're doing and why it matters in the clean energy space.
June 6, 2022
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Scientist Cliff Ho’s career path to solar energy was unexpected. We’re glad he found his way, because one of his contributions literally helps us see, too. Another could help us breathe.
May 26, 2022
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Feeling like you can be yourself at work is foundational to productivity and comfort. While Isaac Chan works to curb industrial emissions, he also shares his thoughts about diversity at the Department.
May 25, 2022
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May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Get to know Jian Fu, one of EERE's team members working to make affordable clean energy accessible to everyone.
May 19, 2022
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By the time he got to college, Chris Castro knew clean energy would be a big part of his life. Find out how he went from living on a tree farm to becoming the sustainability director for a major U.S. city.
May 12, 2022
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Ready to launch your rewarding clean energy career in public service? Find out how these EERE employees did it, and get inspired to find your own unique path.
May 5, 2022
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The path to success isn’t a straight line, as these EERE employees can tell you. Learn about how they got into their roles, and read their advice for anyone ready for a clean energy career in public service.
May 4, 2022
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If you’re considering a public-service clean energy career, you’ll want to read about these three EERE employees. Find out how they got to where they are today—and how you can join them in the federal clean energy workforce.
May 3, 2022
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This week, we’re celebrating people working in public service who are helping build our nation’s clean energy future. Meet three EERE employees who tell us about their career paths and offer advice about jump-starting your clean energy career.
May 2, 2022
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Meet a Clean Energy Champion
Whether they're part of the clean energy workforce, making energy-efficiency improvements at home, or teaching others about renewable power, these Clean Energy Champions have relatable, inspiring stories to share.
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June 30, 2022
DOE launches the second phase of its three-phase Lighting Prize Competition, a DOE American-Made Challenge
June 30, 2022
Funding opportunity will support DOE’s efforts to reduce emissions across the industrial sector, bolster American manufacturing
June 23, 2022
Institute will foster public-private partnerships to advance industrial decarbonization through electrification
June 23, 2022
New Partnership Will Advance Rapid U.S. Offshore Wind Deployment, Create Good-Paying Jobs to Equitably Benefit Local Communities, and Increase Energy Security
June 21, 2022
DOE announces the four winners of Phase III of the Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Prize.
June 15, 2022
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation announced it is accepting nominations for committee members that will make up the Federal Advisory Committee Act Electric Vehicle Working Group
June 14, 2022
Communities Will Partner with DOE Experts, National Labs, and Regional Organizations to Accelerate Access to Clean Power, Help Lower Energy Costs and Increase Resilience
June 10, 2022
DOE selected 19 projects, with a total funding of $6 million, that will pursue innovative, targeted, early-stage ideas in solar energy research and development
June 6, 2022
The $2.6 million prize will foster innovative concepts that produce clean, affordable hydrogen and address the Biden Administration’s climate priorities
June 6, 2022
Nationwide Network of Regional Hydrogen Hubs Will Create Good-Paying Jobs and Jumpstart America’s Clean Hydrogen Economy
Clean Energy Success Stories
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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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Through technical and financial assistance provided by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Remote Alaska Communities Energy Efficiency (RACEE) Competition, a remote Alaskan village was able to implement energy-saving solutions.
February 23, 2022
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The Green Generation (G2) youth sustainability workforce development program provides transformative experiences to youth through immersive training on leadership, advocacy, and technical aspects of home energy performance and urban sustainability.
December 29, 2021
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In 2011, DOE awarded startup Alencon Systems $3 million to develop a utility-scale inverter system for solar PV plants. Since then, the company has manufactured its innovative product and is helping grow the domestic solar supply chain.
December 1, 2021
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The Maryland Energy Administration leveraged funds from the State Energy Program to administer a program that incentivizes the solar photovoltaic systems.
November 22, 2021
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The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet released a web-based platform that helps government officials and businesses identify land suitable for utility-scale solar projects.
November 22, 2021
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In 2018, Fend received $150,000, its first round of funding through DOE’s Small Business Innovation Research program, to prove that its idea for a low-cost, easily installed device that enhances the security of solar energy systems could work.
November 17, 2021
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Events
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12
Electric Vehicle (EV) Champion Virtual Training 4: Advanced Fleet Electrification
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
Jul
12
Financing Solutions that Drive Energy Efficiency in the Water Nexus
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
Jul
14
What’s Working in Local Residential Efficiency Policies?
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EDT
Jul
19
Shelter from the Storm: Powering Community Resilience Hubs
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
Jul
26
Driving Decarbonization with 50001 Ready
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT