Policy

Explore U.S. energy policies from the Department of Energy, including regulations, initiatives, and struggles driving clean energy, efficiency, innovation, and national security.

9 Pillars for American Energy Dominance

  • Woman in lab coat looking into large machinery (left); Man in orange shirt presenting to an audience. The banner behind him says "Innovation Showcase"
    Driving research and development to shape the future of energy systems and technologies
    April 30, 2026
  • LNG tanker stock image
    Managing emergency fuel reserves to support national energy security.
    April 17, 2026
  • Appliances and electronics
    A commonsense approach that does not regulate products that consumers value out of the market; instead, affordability and consumer choice will be our guiding light.
    April 17, 2026
  • PNNL Nuclear Reactor Envelope
    America must lead the commercialization of affordable and abundant nuclear energy.
    April 30, 2026
  • High voltage electricity tower sky sunset landscape,industrial background.
    Fortifying America’s electric grid is critical to the reliable and secure delivery of electricity.
    April 17, 2026
  • Man making calculations on paper
    Prioritize more efficient permitting to enable private sector investments and build the energy infrastructure needed to make energy more affordable, reliable, and secure.
    May 7, 2026