The new name highlights the Department’s mission to commercialize cutting-edge technology, clarifying the office’s important role in unleashing American energy innovation.
Office of Technology Commercialization
May 15, 2025
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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the renaming of its Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) to the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC). The new name reflects DOE’s sharpened focus on turning scientific breakthroughs into real-world results—supporting the full path from research and development to private sector deployment and economic impact.
“The mission of this office is to ensure the American public sees real benefits from the science they fund—through new companies, jobs, and technologies that make energy more affordable, reliable and secure,” said Anthony Pugliese, DOE Chief Commercialization Officer and Director of the Office of Technology Commercialization. “This renaming is a clear signal that the Department of Energy is prioritizing commercialization and increasing our focus on delivering results for the American people.”
The office serves as DOE’s primary resource for accelerating the impact of federally funded innovation. The updated name brings clarity to that role—reinforcing DOE’s commitment to connecting public research with private sector application and national benefit. From the discoveries emerging at DOE’s National Labs to the regional ecosystems that help scale them, real-world impact depends on coordinated efforts across science, capital, and industry.
OTC oversees a portfolio of initiatives that span the commercialization pipeline, including the Technology Commercialization Fund, Energy I-Corps, and the EnergyTech University Prize—programs that support entrepreneurial training, early-stage development, and private sector partnerships. OTC also leads EPIC—the Energy Program for Innovation Clusters—which bolsters regional innovation ecosystems through support for incubators and accelerators across the country.
The rebranding aligns with President Trump’s priorities to concentrate DOE resources on efforts that deliver measurable results for the American people—strengthening the economy, enhancing energy independence, and demonstrating clear taxpayer value. Under Secretary Chris Wright’s leadership, OTC will help translate DOE-supported technologies into solutions that strengthen American resilience and global competitiveness.
Learn more at energy.gov/OTC.