Energy News
Department of Energy Extends Fourth Set of LNG Export Authorizations Through 2050
Today, the Department of Energy extended the terms of five long-term liquefied natural gas export authorizations through 2050.
December 31, 2020
Department of Energy Issues Report on Management and Beneficial Reuse of Used Lubricating Oil
Today DOE issued a report to Congress including recommendations for increasing the beneficial reuse of used oils and lubricants.
December 23, 2020
DOE Awards $20 million for Advanced Reactor Concepts
DOE to support three U.S. advanced reactor designs through cost-shared partnerships to assist industry designs through their earliest stages.
December 22, 2020
Department of Energy Announces Eight New Projects Through BIRD Energy Partnership with Israel
DOE partnered with Israel's Ministry of Energy and the Israel Innovation Authority to announce $7.15 million for new energy projects.
December 21, 2020
Department of Energy Releases Energy Storage Grand Challenge Roadmap
Today, DOE released the Energy Storage Grand Challenge Roadmap, the Department’s first comprehensive energy storage strategy.
December 21, 2020
DOE Update on Cyber Incident Related to Solar Winds Compromise
The Department is responding to a cyber incident related to the Solar Winds compromise in coordination with our federal and industry partners.
December 18, 2020
Secretary of Energy Signs Order to Mitigate Security Risks to the Nation's Electric Grid
DOE issued a prohibition order designed to reduce the risks that entities associated with the People’s Republic of China pose to the Nation’s BPS.
December 17, 2020
Department of Energy to Provide $75 Million for Chemical and Materials Research in Quantum Information Science
DOE announced plans to provide $75 million for research in chemical and materials sciences aimed at advancing the important emerging field of QIS.
December 17, 2020
President Donald J. Trump is Establishing America’s National Strategy for Space Nuclear Power and Propulsion
The Trump Administration and Department of Energy announced the issuance of a National Strategy for the use of nuclear power and propulsion in space.
December 16, 2020
Energy Department Announces $45 Million in Funding for Solar Technologies
DOE announced up to $45 million for research to advance solar hardware and systems integration, in addition to additional developments.
December 16, 2020
Energy Blog
Preparing Frontline Professionals for an Evolving Energy Future
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Understanding new energy technologies is a must for tomorrow’s workforce.
Jump into Computer Science Education Week
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Computer science education is more important than ever -- learn what the Energy Department is doing to promote computer science learning.
Why You Should Think About the U.S. Department of Energy this Thanksgiving
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Did you know that you have the U.S. Department of Energy to thank for some of the science behind keeping your turkey fresh?
This Smartphone Microscope is Changing the Way U.S. Tribal Students View Nuclear Energy
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STEM activity engages students in U.S. Tribes through a smartphone microscope.
Students, SRS Experts Engage in ‘STEMulating' Conversations
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Students are becoming pen pals with Savannah River Site (SRS) employees whose degrees and careers involve science, technology, engineering, and math.
Veterans Boost America’s Energy Workforce
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The Department of Energy is committed to supporting and empowering American workers, especially servicemembers separating from active duty.
CWC Alum Pivots Competition Experience to Job in Nuclear Security
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Jessica Davis is using the engineering, analysis, and project management experience she developed during the CWC to her new job in nuclear security.
DOE Modernization of Nuclear Safety Management Rule Puts Focus on Safety, Minimizes Unnecessary Administrative Burden
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One of the most important missions of the Department of Energy (DOE) is the operation, maintenance, and security of nuclear sites around the country
Ways to Celebrate National STEM Day
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This Sunday, November 8, is National STEM Day. There’s a plethora of ways to celebrate -- read on to find out more.
Department of Energy Committed to Supporting Workforce Readiness in Appalachia
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The Department will continue to pursue opportunities to expand workforce development efforts in Appalachia.
Media Advisories
Department of Energy Announces $3 Million for Pilot Diversity Program
DOE announced a plan for a pilot program to provide $3M for research traineeships to broaden and diversify the nuclear physics research community.
December 16, 2020
A Partnership for Public Engagement
The Science Public Engagement Partnership (SciPEP) will explore special characteristics and challenges of public engagement in discovery research.
December 14, 2020
DOE TO HOLD PRESS BRIEFING CALL
On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Energy will make an announcement related to the domestic supply chain of critical minerals.
November 30, 2020
Assistant Secretary Winberg to Travel to Pennsylvania
Assistant Secretary Winberg will be in Pennsylvania to participate in the Upstream PA 2020 Conference and an Energy Town Hall Meeting
October 28, 2020
Secretary Brouillette to Participate in the 4th India Energy Forum by CERAWeek
Secretary Brouillette will join Dan Yergin for a press conference at the 4th India Energy Forum by CERAWeek, hosted virtually by IHS Markit.
October 28, 2020
Under Secretary for Science Paul Dabbar to Visit Arizona State University
Under Secretary for Science Dabbar will visit Arizona State University, tour facilities, and meet with researchers implementing projects funded by DOE
October 27, 2020
Deputy Secretary Mark W. Menezes to Travel to Minnesota
Deputy Secretary Mark W. Menezes will visit Daikin Applied's manufacturing facility in Faribault, Minnesota, where he will make an announcement.
October 27, 2020
Secretary Brouillette to Tour Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Well Outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Secretary Brouillette will be in Washington County, Pennsylvania touring an active Range Resources natural gas well site just outside Pittsburgh, PA.
October 26, 2020
Secretary Brouillette to Participate in Fireside Chat Hosted by Rice University's Baker Institute
Secretary Brouillette will participate in a fireside chat hosted by Rice University's Baker Institute. It will be moderated by Dr. Ken Medlock.
October 21, 2020
Secretary Brouillette to Hold Sixth Secretary of Energy Advisory Board Meeting and Make Joint NASA Announcement
The live-streamed meeting will discuss advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning, space exploration, and innovation.
October 19, 2020
Recent Speeches
Remarks as Prepared for Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette at Baker Institute Fireside Chat
Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette addressed the Baker Institute on October 21, 2020.
October 21, 2020
Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette to the American at the Gas Association Executive Conference
Secretary Brouillette addressed the American Gas Association Executive Conference on October 13, 2020.
October 13, 2020
Secretary Brouillette's Remarks to the American Association of Blacks in Energy National Conference
Secretary Dan Brouillette recorded a video greeting to the attendees of the American Association of Blacks in Energy National Conference.
August 20, 2020
Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette at the IEA Big Ideas Conference
Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette at the National Space Council
June 16, 2020
VIDEO: Under Secretary Dabbar's Remarks for AAPI Month Celebration
Under Secretary Paul Dabbar spoke to a virtual Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month event May 28, titled “Unite Our Nation By Empowering Equality.”
May 28, 2020
Remarks as Prepared for Secretary Brouillette at the National Space Council
Secretary Brouillette spoke about our work with the Council in powering space exploration and development and role as the "Department of Exploration."
May 19, 2020
Remarks As Prepared by Secretary Brouillette For Women’s History Month
The Women’s History Month event was postponed due to issued guidance to stay home during the COVID-19 outbreak.
March 26, 2020
Press Conference Remarks Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Monday, February 3, 2020 (As Prepared)
Secretary Dan Brouillette delivers remarks at a press conference in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil on Monday, February 3, 2020.
February 5, 2020
Remarks As Prepared For Under Secretary Menezes Washington Auto Show: Industry Media Day
Remarks As Prepared For Under Secretary Menezes Washington Auto Show: Industry Media Day.
January 23, 2020
Remarks By Secretary Brouillette For MLK Commemoration
Remarks As Prepared for Secretary Brouillette For MLK Commemoration.
January 22, 2020
Remarks by Secretary Perry for the Global Energy Institute at U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Secretary Perry delivered remarks at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
November 19, 2019
Secretary Perry Addresses the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence
DOE Secretary Rick Perry addresses the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence.
November 5, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette: IEA "Big IdEAs" Speaker Series
Deputy Secretary Dan Brouillette delivered remarks for the International Energy Agency (IEA) Big IdEAs speaker series in Paris, France.
July 11, 2019
“Digitalization and Automation in the Oil and Gas Industry – Challenges and Opportunities” Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel
Deputy Secretary Brouillette spoke at the Digitalization and Automation in the Oil and Gas Industry Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel.
June 24, 2019
Secretary Perry at EarthX 2019 in Dallas
Secretary Perry spoke at EarthX in Dallas on April 25, 2019.
April 30, 2019
Deputy Secretary Brouillette: 11th U.S.-Mexico CEO Dialogue & Business Summit
Introductory Remarks for Deputy Secretary Brouillette 11th U.S.-MX CEO Dialogue & Business Summit for the Development of Southern Mexico Session.
April 12, 2019
#STEMRising
Argonne Fast-tracks Training in Nuclear Packaging
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December 31, 2020
Argonne scientists play a central role in coursework on securing nuclear packaging at the University of Nevada, Reno.
‘Garbage to Gas: Using Biodigesters to Create Energy’ wins 2020 New Mexico Governor’s STEM Challenge
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December 22, 2020
Biodigesters use microbes to speed the decay of organic matter (usually food waste) and use the resulting methane-rich biogas as a sustainable energy
Preparing Frontline Professionals for an Evolving Energy Future
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December 22, 2020
Understanding new energy technologies is a must for tomorrow’s workforce.
Department of Energy Announces $3 Million for Pilot Diversity Program
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December 16, 2020
DOE announced a plan for a pilot program to provide $3M for research traineeships to broaden and diversify the nuclear physics research community.