WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz announced more than $58 million in funding for vehicle technology advancements and released a report highlighting the successes of DOE’s Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) loan program while touring the newest vehicle technologies at the Washington Auto Show today. Continuing the Obama Administration’s commitment to supporting… Keep reading →
Last Tuesday, President Obama gave his final State of the Union address to Congress. Part of his speech focused on the exciting advancements being made in our energy sector, from the great strides that renewable technologies are taking towards deeper market penetration, to the drastic improvements in our nation’s energy independence, to the many jobs… Keep reading →
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As part of the Energy Department’s Grid Modernization Initiative announced by Secretary Ernest Moniz last week to improve the resiliency, reliability and security of the nation’s electrical power grid, DOE today announced $18 million in funding for six new projects across the United States. These projects will enable the development and demonstration of… Keep reading →
Implementation Day is a milestone in the effort to ensure that Iran’s nuclear program is exclusively peaceful in nature by blocking potential pathways to a bomb. As a result of years of negotiations and months of preparations for the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iran’s breakout time has increased from just… Keep reading →
This month the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is making a series of announcements to support its Grid Modernization Initiative. As we do so, we realize many of you may be wondering: what does “grid modernization” mean? Let’s start at the beginning. The electric power grid has been rightly celebrated as the single most important… Keep reading →
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today built on its Grid Modernization Initiative – an ongoing effort that reflects the Obama Administration’s commitment to improving the resiliency, reliability, and security of the nation’s electricity delivery system. During his visit to a utility control center in Miami, FL today, Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz announced… Keep reading →
During the State of the Union address, President Obama reflected back on the past seven years of his presidency and celebrated his Administration’s accomplishments — and when it comes to solar energy, the Obama Administration has plenty to celebrate. U.S. solar energy capacity has grown thirtyfold since President Obama took office. And in just the… Keep reading →
Reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of your home is a cost-effective way to cut heating and cooling costs, improve durability, increase comfort, and create a healthier indoor environment. Caulking and weatherstripping are two simple and effective air-sealing techniques that offer quick returns on investment, often one year or less. Caulk… Keep reading →
Tomorrow night President Obama will deliver his seventh State of the Union address, presenting the Administration’s policies and priorities for the coming year. Here at Energy.gov, we’ll be live-tweeting the President’s speech — with a special focus on mentions of energy, climate change, manufacturing and other aspects of the Department of Energy’s work. Starting at 9… Keep reading →
In 2015, the Energy Department’s Solar Ready Vets program trained more than 150 American armed forces veterans to enter the solar workforce. I’m pleased to report that every single one received a job offer upon graduating. THIS IS JUST THE START. President Obama formally launched Solar Ready Vets in April. Since then, transitioning service members have trained at Camp… Keep reading →
