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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has renewed an emergency order to address grid reliability concerns in the Midwest.
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Century Aluminum moves forward with first new U.S. aluminum smelter since 1980
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Century Aluminum have announced progress on the construction of a new primary aluminum smelter in Inola, Oklahoma.
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Energy Department renews emergency orders for Puerto Rico electric grid ahead of hurricane season
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has renewed two emergency orders to support Puerto Rico's electric grid ahead of the 2026 hurricane season and expected increases in energy demand.
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Secretary Wright discusses U.S.-Venezuela relations during visit with interim president Rodriguez
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright spoke alongside Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas after meetings at the Miraflores Palace.
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Energy Department launches 26 new AI-focused challenges under Genesis Mission
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced 26 new science and technology challenges as part of the Genesis Mission, aiming to accelerate innovation and discovery through artificial intelligence (AI).
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Energy Department details response strategies during Winter Storm Fern
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has reported that its actions during recent winter storms helped prevent widespread blackouts and ensured electricity access for millions of Americans.
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Energy Department forms new advisory committee to guide Office of Science
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the formation of the Office of Science Advisory Committee (SCAC), which will serve as a unified advisory body for the DOE’s Office of Science.
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DOE issues emergency orders for Florida utilities amid prolonged cold snap
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued seven emergency orders to several Florida utilities in response to a period of exceptionally cold weather expected to last into early next week.
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DOE issues emergency order for New York grid after Winter Storm Fern
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued an emergency order to address power outages in New York and nearby areas after Winter Storm Fern caused extreme cold and significant damage.
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Energy Department issues emergency order for Carolinas’ grid after Winter Storm Fern
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued an emergency order to address power grid challenges in North and South Carolina following Winter Storm Fern.
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DOE issues emergency orders for backup power after Winter Storm Fern
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued two emergency orders to allow the use of backup power generation in the Mid-Atlantic and Carolinas after Winter Storm Fern led to significant risks of blackouts in those regions.
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Energy Department extends emergency grid orders for Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic before second winter storm
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has extended four emergency orders to support the power grids in the Carolinas and the Mid-Atlantic as another winter storm approaches.
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Energy Department extends emergency order for New England ahead of major winter storm
The U.S. Department of Energy has extended an emergency order aimed at stabilizing the power grid in New England as another major winter storm approaches.
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DOE and NASA renew partnership for lunar nuclear reactor development
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and NASA have announced a renewed partnership to develop a fission surface power system for use on the Moon, with plans to deploy a lunar surface reactor by 2030.
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Department of Energy reinstates National Coal Council amid renewed focus on U.S. coal industry
The Department of Energy (DOE) has reinstated the National Coal Council (NCC), a move that marks renewed federal support for the coal industry under President Trump’s administration.
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U.S. sets records for oil and natural gas production; gasoline prices fall
The U.S. Department of Energy reports that domestic oil and natural gas production have reached record levels, resulting in lower costs for American families and businesses.
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Energy Department details steps taken toward expanding U.S. nuclear power capacity
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a series of initiatives aimed at expanding the nation's nuclear power capacity and strengthening domestic supply chains for nuclear fuel, as part of efforts to meet growing energy demands and...
Energy
Trump administration highlights energy policy changes after one year
Under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has reported a series of policy shifts and initiatives aimed at increasing domestic energy production, reducing regulatory...
Energy
Energy Department restructures over $83 billion in loans from prior administration
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that its Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF), previously known as the Loan Programs Office, is restructuring more than $83 billion in loans and conditional commitments made during the Biden...
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Energy Department prepares emergency measures as winter storm Fern threatens U.S. power grid
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced on January 22, 2026, that it is prepared to take emergency measures to prevent blackouts as winter storm Fern approaches.
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