Energy News
Department of Energy to Provide $50 Million for Fusion Energy and Plasma Science Research
The U.S. Department of Energy announced it will provide $50 million for private and public research efforts in fusion energy and plasma science.
August 28, 2019
Department of Energy Awards Cooperative Agreement for the Production of Molybdenum-99 to Fourth U.S. Company
DOE's National Nuclear Security Administration announced a cooperative agreement with Northwest Medical Isotopes LLC for production of molybdenum-99.
August 28, 2019
Secretary Perry and Mr. Sandy Weill Sign MOU Utilizing DOE Fueled Artificial Intelligence to Advance Transformative Scientific Opportunities
MOU will foster collaboration to demonstrate AI based research breakthroughs.
August 26, 2019
Department of Energy Announces $21.4 Million for Quantum Information Science Research
Projects linked to both particle physics and fusion energy.
August 26, 2019
Department of Energy Announces $13.5 Million for New Bioimaging Approaches for Bioenergy
Aim is to use quantum dots and other novel technologies.
August 23, 2019
Department of Energy Releases Annual Wind Market Reports, Finding Robust Wind Power Installations and Falling Prices
Utility-scale land-based wind sector had another strong year with 7,588 megawatts installed in 2018, accompanied by record low costs and prices.
August 23, 2019
Energy Department Announces Congressionally Mandated Notice of Sale of Crude Oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve
DOE plans to draw down and sell crude oil from three SPR sites—Bryan Mound and Big Hill in Texas, and West Hackberry in Louisiana.
August 21, 2019
DOE Statement on Energy Star Thermostat Report
It is the position of DOE that Americans should set their thermostats to whatever temperature they choose
August 21, 2019
Department of Energy Announces $64 Million for Research on Plants and Microbes
Genomics-based research will help develop crops for bioenergy.
August 21, 2019
U.S. Department of Energy Announces Inaugural Electricity Industry Technology and Practices Innovation Challenge Winners
Challenge tapped into American ingenuity for ideas on how to make the nation’s electric grid stronger and more resilient.
August 21, 2019
ENERGY BLOG
Small Businesses Take Part in Oak Ridge Diversity Summit
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Oak Ridge environmental cleanup contractor UCOR brought together leaders from three global companies this month
A Sneak Peek of Tomorrow’s A.I. Technologies
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To unleash the power of A.I., scientists and engineers need to find ways to redesign computers and memory so machines can learn better and faster.
CANDLE Illuminates New Pathways in Fight Against Cancer
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CANcer Distributed Learning Environment is cross-cutting initiative of the Joint Design of Advanced Computing Solutions for Cancer.
Paducah Site Visit Impresses Boys and Girls Club Members
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Young people from the Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club of Paducah participated in science, technology, engineering, and math activities.
Hanford Contractor Inspires Workforce of Future Through STEM Education
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Employees from EM Richland Operations Office contractor Mission Support Alliance (MSA) volunteer at local schools.
Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Offshore Wind Energy
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Learn more about efforts to develop America's vast offshore wind resources.
Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Distributed Wind Power
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Learn about key facts related to wind turbines used in distributed applications.
Top 10 Things You Didn't Know About Wind Power
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Get the details on a few of the lesser known wind energy facts.
Your A.I. Career: April’s Story
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Learn how April Morton became a leader at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Artificial Intelligence work.
Your AI Career: Vitalij’s Story
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Learn how Dr. Vitalij Pecharsky became a leader at Ames National Laboratory in Artificial Intelligence work.
Media Advisories
Secretary Perry to Sign MOU With The Weill Family Foundation and Participate In AI Roundtable Discussion
Officials from government, private sector and academic communities will discuss the importance of American leadership in Artificial Intelligence.
August 22, 2019
Secretary Perry to Keynote Global Energy Institute Energy Innovates Summit
Secretary Perry will discuss how innovation has fueled America’s energy independence.
July 30, 2019
Under Secretary Dabbar To Participate in National Lab Day on the Hill Event
This year’s event is focused on the grid of the future and the exhibition will feature researchers from all 17 National Labs.
July 23, 2019
Secretary Perry to Visit Israel and Egypt
Secretary Perry will be visiting Israel and Egypt to discuss regional energy security issues with government officials and energy stakeholders.
July 18, 2019
Secretary Perry to Address USEA Advanced Energy Technology Forum
Event will bring together U.S. and international leaders from government and private industry to explore technological innovation.
July 16, 2019
Secretary Perry to Headline Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit in Arlington, Virginia
Since its inception, this DOE program has resulted in the reduction of emissions.
July 9, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette To Participate in IEA Clean Energy Future Event and Big Ideas Lecture in France
The Deputy Secretary will deliver remarks and participate in a discussion with other international energy delegates.
July 9, 2019
Under Secretary Menezes to Participate in IEA’s 4th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency
Conference brings together ministers, CEOs and the heads of international organizations.
June 21, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette to Keynote Oil and Gas Industry Event and Cyber Week 2019 in Israel
Deputy Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette will head to Tel Aviv, Israel to participate in an oil and gas industry event.
June 20, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette to Participate in G20 Energy and Environment Ministerial
Deputy Secretary to discuss global issues relating to energy growth and new technologies, as well as environmental sustainability.
June 12, 2019
Recent Speeches
Deputy Secretary Brouillette: IEA "Big IdEAs" Speaker Series
Deputy Secretary Dan Brouillette delivered remarks for the International Energy Agency (IEA) Big IdEAs speaker series in Paris, France.
July 11, 2019
“Digitalization and Automation in the Oil and Gas Industry – Challenges and Opportunities” Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel
Deputy Secretary Brouillette spoke at the Digitalization and Automation in the Oil and Gas Industry Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel.
June 24, 2019
Secretary Perry at EarthX 2019 in Dallas
Secretary Perry spoke at EarthX in Dallas on April 25, 2019.
April 30, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette: 11th U.S.-Mexico CEO Dialogue & Business Summit
Introductory Remarks for Deputy Secretary Brouillette 11th U.S.-MX CEO Dialogue & Business Summit for the Development of Southern Mexico Session.
April 12, 2019
The New American Energy Era: Secretary Perry Keynote Address at CERA Week
Secretary Perry talks about the new era of American energy at CERAWeek in Texas.
March 13, 2019
Energy Diversity and Security Remarks by Secretary Rick Perry
Secretary Rick Perry talks about energy diversity and security in Prague, Czech Republic.
November 14, 2018
Secretary Perry Announces the Launch of the U.S.-Poland Strategic Energy Dialogue
United States and Poland sign Memorandum of Understanding for a reinforced Strategic Dialogue on Energy.
November 9, 2018
IAEA General Conference: Opening Remarks by Secretary Rick Perry
Secretary Perry's remarks at the IAEA General Conference in Vienna, Austria on September 17, 2018.
September 17, 2018
#STEMRising
Small Businesses Take Part in Oak Ridge Diversity Summit
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August 27, 2019
Oak Ridge environmental cleanup contractor UCOR brought together leaders from three global companies this month
EcoCAR study reveals what Automated and Electric Vehicle educated graduates want in an employer
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August 16, 2019
Findings show potential employees are most interested in culture and impact.
Marine Energy Collegiate Competition Empowers Students to Energize a Growing Blue Economy
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August 16, 2019
Read about the newest undergraduate and graduate-level student competition, the Marine Energy Collegiate Competition: Powering the Blue Economy.
From Designing to Reprogramming: Intern Steven Snell Spends His Summer at AGS and RHIC
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August 15, 2019
Steven Snell started as an intern at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory in June and quickly made a difference.
The New American Energy Era
How innovation is ushering in a new era of American energy.