The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) is working to build a clean energy economy that benefits all Americans. Learn about our work in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable transportation, and how you can become a Clean Energy Champion.
About EERE
What Does EERE Do?
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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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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New DOE report on wind energy shows distributed wind energy—wind turbines that provide power for nearby consumers—is expanding across the nation, benefiting a wide range of organizations and communities, from large corporations to remote villages.
August 16, 2022
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To achieve President Biden’s goal of an energy economy with zero-carbon emissions by 2050, the United States cannot rely on renewable electricity alone.
August 16, 2022
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Since the early 2000s, wind turbines have grown in size—in both height and blade lengths—and generate more energy. What’s driving this growth? Let’s take a closer look.
August 16, 2022
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Learn about how we're collaborating across sectors to extend the benefits of clean energy to everyone in America. Then spread the word so we can all be part of the climate solution together.
August 10, 2022
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Inspiring children to ask questions about energy is a big part of Erin Twamley’s job. Find out how the educator and author is exposing young kids to the many opportunities of a clean energy future.
July 20, 2022
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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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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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August 17, 2022
New standard would save consumers $20.8 billion over 30 years and slash carbon emissions
August 16, 2022
New DOE Wind Energy Market Reports Highlight Advances in Domestic Development and Deployment, Now Generating Enough Energy to Power 40 Million Homes
August 15, 2022
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (FORGE) field laboratory today announced up to $44 million for projects to develop and test technology to foster innovation in enhanced geothermal systems (EGS).
August 9, 2022
DOE and NOAA announced the winners of $500,000 in the BUILD Contest, the second phase in the Powering the Blue Economy™: Ocean Observing Prize DEVELOP Competition.
August 1, 2022
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the launch of the Cadmium Telluride Accelerator Consortium.
July 28, 2022
DOE to Build a Consortium of Experts to Expand Geothermal Deployment by Leveraging Knowledge, Technologies, and Skills from the Oil and Gas Industry
July 27, 2022
DOE’s Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) issued a notice of intent to provide funding to develop clean and affordable hydrogen across multiple economic sectors and improve energy resilience in support of Administration climate goals.
July 27, 2022
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding Will Support Solar Energy Careers in Underserved Areas; New Digital Platform Will Make Reliable Solar Power More Accessible
July 25, 2022
DOE announces $3 million in funding for 10 high-performance computing projects that will advance cutting-edge manufacturing and clean energy technologies
July 21, 2022
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a Notice of Intent (NOI) to provide $225 million for states and local governments to expand the implementation of the latest building energy codes and support the development of buildings that use less energy.
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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18
Taking Charge of Climate Change Through Stretch Codes
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EDT
Aug
18
Solar Decathlon Kickoff Webinar
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT
Aug
31
WPTO R&D Deep Dive Webinar: Advancing Fish Protection Through Prizes
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT