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Executive Order 14156: Declaring a National Energy Emergency

Executive Order 14156: Declaring a National Energy...

The President has declared a national energy emergency, citing high prices, foreign threats, and critical infrastructure vulnerabilities as a pressing risk to national security. This executive order activates emergency powers…

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Measure the Unmeasurable: Demonstrating the Economic Value of Federal Science Infrastructure

Measure the Unmeasurable: Demonstrating the...

Quantifying the value of science infrastructure is no easy task, but it’s essential for shaping smart investments. RTI’s work with neutron scattering facilities showcases how federal research infrastructure fuels innovation…

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From Pirates to Power Plays: Geopolitical Strategies and Maritime Security in the Gulf of Guinea and Beyond

From Pirates to Power Plays: Geopolitical...

The Gulf of Guinea (GoG) is evolving from a hotspot of piracy into a stage for international power competition and organized energy crime. Once dominated by kidnappings for ransom, the…

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Executive Order 14261: Reinvigorating America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Industry and Amending Executive Order 14241

Executive Order 14261: Reinvigorating America’s...

America’s latest executive order puts coal back at center stage, declaring it vital to the nation’s economic prosperity, grid reliability, and even the power-hungry growth of AI data centers. It…

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Executive Order 14262: Strengthening the Reliability and Security of the United States Electric Grid

Executive Order 14262: Strengthening the...

Executive Order 14262 aims to reinforce the reliability and security of the U.S. electric grid in response to rising demand from AI growth and domestic manufacturing. The Department of Energy…

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Executive Order 14260: Protecting American Energy From State Overreach

Executive Order 14260: Protecting American Energy...

Executive Order 14260, issued in April 2025, aims to protect domestic energy production from what the administration deems unconstitutional or excessive state and local regulations. It directs the Attorney General…

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Mend It, Don’t End It: It’s Time to Reset Clean Energy Policy by Focusing on Price/Performance Parity (P3)

Mend It, Don’t End It: It’s Time to Reset Clean...

The future of clean energy policy lies in innovation, not just subsidies and mandates. This report highlights the importance of reaching price/performance parity (P3), where clean technologies can compete with…

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Sustainable Building Technologies

Sustainable Building Technologies

With over 130 million buildings in the U.S. consuming 40% of the nation’s energy and contributing to over 30% of greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable building technologies are gaining momentum. Innovations…

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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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Cybersecurity for Smart Inverters

Cybersecurity for Smart Inverters

Smart inverters play a pivotal role in modern solar energy systems, but their reliance on internet connectivity makes them vulnerable to cyber threats. To enhance security, NIST has outlined practical…

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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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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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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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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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