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Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Incentives: A Summary of Federal Programs

Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Incentives:...

This report contains four appendixes, which summarize both current and expired federal renewable energy and energy efficiency programs as well as index current programs by applicant eligibility and technology type.…

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Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Forces

Bureau of Ocean Energy Management...

Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) uses Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Forces to help shape its approach to offshore wind and other renewable energy development on the U.S. Outer Continental…

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U.S. Department of Energy Cybersecurity Strategy

U.S. Department of Energy Cybersecurity Strategy

In May 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order 14028, Improving the nation’s Cybersecurity, which makes a significant contribution towards the modernization of cybersecurity defenses by protecting federal networks, improving information-sharing…

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Defense Primer: Directed-Energy Weapons

Defense Primer: Directed-Energy Weapons

Both the 2022 National Defense Strategy and the House Armed Services Committee’s bipartisan Future of Defense Task Force Report have identified directed energy as a technology that could have a…

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State Energy Justice Roundtable Series:  Customer Affordability and Arrearages

State Energy Justice Roundtable Series: Customer...

The energy sector transition from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy resources has highlighted the current energy system’s disparate social, economic, and health impacts. The recent focus on energy justice has…

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U.S. Department of Energy Methane Mitigation Efforts

U.S. Department of Energy Methane Mitigation...

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is tackling methane emissions head-on with innovative technology solutions aimed at reducing their environmental impact. Through the Methane Mitigation Technologies Program, the DOE is…

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Mobile Communications Networks

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Mobile...

This white paper analyses the key strategies and technologies to enable energy-efficient operation of mobile networks, the potential inclusion of alternative or renewable energy solutions as part of mobile infrastructure,…

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Energy Cyber Workforce Policy Brief

Energy Cyber Workforce Policy Brief

The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, with support from the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, convened a group of public and…

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Wind Energy: Technologies and Approaches to Help Address Environmental Effects

Wind Energy: Technologies and Approaches to Help...

Wind energy is one of the fastest growing renewable energy sources globally. Onshore and offshore wind energy provide an abundant source of electricity with significant environmental benefits, including lower atmospheric…

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2023 Project Peer Review

2023 Project Peer Review

The 2023 Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) Peer Review Report highlights the U.S. Department of Energy’s commitment to advancing bioenergy solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote renewable carbon resources.…

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Direct Air Capture Explained

Direct Air Capture Explained

Direct air capture (DAC) is an innovative technology designed to directly pull CO2 from the atmosphere, offering a solution to mitigate climate change. It has the potential to create well-paying…

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Microgrids for the 21st Century: The Case for a Defense Energy Architecture

Microgrids for the 21st Century: The Case for a...

The Department of Defense needs a new approach to electrical grid infrastructure to maintain security and access to operational energy. Recent natural disasters and cyberattacks have exposed the vulnerability of…

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The Ultimate Fast Facts Guide to Nuclear Energy

The Ultimate Fast Facts Guide to Nuclear Energy

Nuclear energy has quietly powered the U.S. for over 60 years, providing nearly 20% of the nation’s electricity—enough to keep 72 million homes running. Nearly half of America’s clean energy…

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Rethinking Concerns About AI’s Energy Use

Rethinking Concerns About AI’s Energy Use

With the recent surge in interest in artificial intelligence (AI), people are once again raising questions about the energy use of an emerging technology. In this case, critics speculate that…

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Supply Chain Cybersecurity Principles

Supply Chain Cybersecurity Principles

The Supply Chain Cybersecurity Principles aim to fortify the global systems that support energy and industrial operations against evolving cyber threats. With a focus on shared responsibility, these principles emphasize…

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