Offshore wind and marine energy innovations being researched at multiple universities
The initiatives are centered around marine energy and floating offshore wind.
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Michigan to invest $129 million in electricity sector decarbonization, renewable energy
Michigan will use the funding to launch the Renewables Ready Communities program, advancing the state’s efforts to achieve 60% renewable energy by 2030.
$475 million awarded to ports for expanding hydrogen-based zero-emissions technology
The port projects awarded this funding will engage in several hydrogen-based initiatives to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
USDA allocating $239 million to increase biofuel access
Biofuels are made from organic materials, called biomass. The two most common biofuels used today are ethanol and biodiesel.
DOE awarding $428 million to fund clean energy projects in coal communities
The projects, located in communities with de-commissioned coal facilities, were selected to address critical energy supply chain vulnerabilities.
US ports receiving $3 billion for zero-emissions equipment and infrastructure upgrades
Port operations can be a significant source of pollution, and these investments are meant to ensure that these crucial economic gateways do not make climate change worse.
To meet AI energy needs, big tech chooses the nuclear option
The investments by Google, Amazon and Microsoft come alongside the rapid development of artificial intelligence that has dramatically increased tech companies' energy demands.
New York signs off on 26 projects to advance innovative clean energy technologies
The innovation projects will play critical roles in preparing New York for a clean energy, fossil fuel-independent future.
DOE announces $900 million funding opportunity to deploy new generation of nuclear reactors
Gen III+ SMRs reactors offer deployment flexibility for various configurations, making them suitable for diverse applications like power generation, desalination and heat processing.
DOE launches five-year consortium to advance geothermal research, projects
The GEODE initiative pulls from the expertise of the oil and gas sector to expand geothermal energy deployment, innovate cutting-edge technologies and impact the future of renewable energy.
