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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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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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Power Sector Program

Power Sector Program

Reliable and sustainable power sectors are crucial for economic growth and energy security. The Power Sector Program (PSP), led by the U.S. Department of State, provides technical support to over…

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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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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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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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Climate Change: Global Temperature

Climate Change: Global Temperature

Given the tremendous size and heat capacity of the global oceans, it takes a massive amount of added heat energy to raise Earthʼs average yearly surface temperature even a small…

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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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Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence for Science, Security and Technology

Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence for Science,...

Artificial intelligence (Al) is transforming how we innovate, grow our economy, and protect our nation. However, certain strategic areas of the US government’s artificial intelligence capabilities currently lag industry while…

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