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    • Increase American Energy Production
      Expanding domestic energy resources to support national needs and economic growth.
    • Energy Innovation
      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.
    • Nuclear Security
      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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        Supporting DOE operations through policy, administration, and mission services.
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        Managing programs that support energy production, efficiency, and delivery.
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        Advancing research and innovation through DOE’s National Laboratory System.
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        Overseeing national security efforts related to nuclear safety and defense.
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    • Energy Sources
      Learn about the resources and technologies used to produce power across the United States.
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      Explore how energy is consumed in homes, businesses, transportation, and industry.
    • Policy
      Understand the laws, regulations, and strategies that guide energy decisions and national priorities.
    • Science & Innovation
      See how research, discovery, and new technologies are shaping the future of energy.
    • Economy
      Discover how energy affects jobs, markets, investment, and economic growth.
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      Learn how energy systems support resilience, infrastructure protection, and public safety.
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    • Press Releases
      May 11, 2026
      Energy Secretary Continues Progress to Strengthen Energy Reliability in Puerto Rico
      The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today renewed two emergency orders to further… Read more
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    • Fact Sheets
      FACT SHEET: The Department of Energy is Ensuring Affordable Energy Access in Ohio While Powering the Future of AI
      FACT SHEET: The Energy Department is Lowering Electricity Costs in Georgia and Alabama
      FACT SHEET: Energy Department Prevented Blackouts & Saved American Lives During Winter Storms
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      11:00AM EDT - 6:00AM EDT
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      May 16
      11:00AM EDT - 4:00PM EDT
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      May 19
      2:00PM EDT
      National Lab Discovery Series: PermitAI™: Using Artificial Intelligence to Accelerate Environmental Reviews and Permitting
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