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    • Increase American Energy Production
      Expanding domestic energy resources to support national needs and economic growth.
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      Driving research and development to shape the future of energy systems and technologies.
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      Supporting global energy markets through U.S. energy production and trade.
    • Affordable Energy for Consumers
      Promoting access to reliable and cost-effective energy for households and businesses.
    • Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)
      Managing emergency fuel reserves to support national energy security.
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      Maintaining the safety, security, and effectiveness of the nation’s nuclear deterrent.
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      Advancing nuclear technologies to support energy, security, and innovation goals.
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      Ensuring consistent and dependable energy delivery across the nation.
    • Energy Infrastructure
      Strengthening and modernizing the systems that produce, deliver, and store energy.
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      See how research, discovery, and new technologies are shaping the future of energy.
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      Learn how energy systems support resilience, infrastructure protection, and public safety.
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      April 17, 2026
      Energy Department Awards New Contracts from Strategic Petroleum Reserve, Advancing Emergency Exchange
      The U.S. Department of Energy announced contracts have been awarded for 26 million… Read more
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      FACT SHEET: The Department of Energy is Ensuring Affordable Energy Access in Ohio While Powering the Future of AI
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      FACT SHEET: The Department of Energy is Ensuring Affordable Energy Access in Ohio While Powering the Future of AI
      FACT SHEET: Energy Department Prevented Blackouts & Saved American Lives During Winter Storms
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      Apr 29
      11:30AM EDT - 7:30PM EDT
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