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.

EERE FY 2022 Budget Request

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News

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DOE Invests $27 Million in Battery Storage Technology and to Increase Storage Access
September 23, 2021
The U.S. Department of Energy announced $17.9 million in funding for four research and development projects to scale up American manufacturing of flow battery and long-duration storage systems.
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Department of Energy Invests $17.9 Million in Long-Duration Energy Storage Technologies
September 23, 2021
Next-Generation Flow Battery Technology to Deliver Affordable, Clean Energy to All Americans
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Winning Teams Selected in Stage 2 of the Civic Innovation Challenge
September 21, 2021
The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced the winners of Stage 2 of its national research and action competition, the Civic Innovation Challenge.
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New DOE Report Shows How Continued Western State Collaboration Can Support Affordable, Reliable, Clean Energy
September 20, 2021
Study is the first evaluation of the state impacts associated with more centralized wholesale energy markets in the Western United States
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Blog

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STEM From Your Sofa
Help us celebrate STEMtember and explore our geothermal STEM resources.
September 21, 2021
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A Commitment to Our Clean Energy Future: The Presidential Visit to Flatirons Campus
Blog authored by Kelly Speakes-Backman, Acting Assistant Secretary and Principal Deputy Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy at the U.S. Department of Energy
September 20, 2021
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The Geothermal Technologies Office Celebrates STEMtember with Student Spotlights
The Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) strongly believes in energizing and inspiring students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). GTO joins the Administration’s commitment to building a strong, diverse workforc
September 16, 2021
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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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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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