Microgrid development shows signs of slowing, new report says
While several states scored a "B," no state achieved an overall "A" grade.
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Boise State, Idaho National Lab partner to strengthen grid, enhance cybersecurity
The SUPER agreements will unite researchers from both institutions to tackle urgent national priorities in energy infrastructure and cybersecurity.
DOE invests $136 million to reduce industrial energy demand
Projects will focus on industries that produce chemicals and fuels, iron and steel, cement and concrete, forest and paper products, glass and food and beverages.
White House announces executive order to build AI data centers on federal land
Federal agencies will hold competitive solicitations for proposals to lease these sites for developing, owning and operating large-scale AI infrastructure.
DOE says U.S. can recycle 90% of decommissioned wind turbine mass
Existing U.S. recycling infrastructure can handle the steel and concrete that make up most of a turbine's mass.
Feds award nearly $325 million to combat methane pollution in Colorado, Wyoming
Reducing methane emissions is one of the most important and cost-effective actions the U.S. can take to slow the rate of rapidly rising global temperatures.
DOE announces notices of funding opportunity to boost grid resilience and security
Upgrading these systems will extend grid component life, enhance electricity transmission and improve failure prediction.
Department of Energy offers funding efforts to advance wind energy recycling
The funding will support projects developing solutions for recycling hard-to-process materials like fiber-reinforced composites and rare earth element magnets.
DOE investing $1.3 billion in carbon capture technology projects
Projects awarded funding are expected to enhance the confidence of commercial entities in adopting carbon capture, utilization and storage technologies.
DOE awarding $365 million for solar energy projects across Puerto Rico
Puerto-Rican-based deployment teams will install solar energy technology and advanced battery storage systems in communities affected by recent natural disasters.
