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DOE allocates almost $48 million to advance clean hydrogen technologies
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the allocation of $47.7 million in funding for 16 research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) projects that aim to advance clean hydrogen technologies. These projects, managed by DOE's Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, will be conducted across 13 states and will contribute to efforts to reduce the production cost of clean hydrogen.
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DOE Career Skills Training program to allocate $10 million for energy efficiency workforce training grants
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that it will be allocating $10 million in funding for energy efficiency workforce training grants through its Career Skills Training program (CST). The grants will support classroom instruction and on-the-job training to prepare the workforce for certifications and to support clean energy installations. This announcement comes during Climate Week 2023, highlighting the government's commitment to addressing climate change and promoting clean energy initiatives.
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DOE allocates $400 million for states to enhance building energy efficiency, reduce costs for consumers, and bolster the climate resilience of buildings
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that it will be allocating $400 million in funding to states and territories to enhance building energy efficiency, reduce costs for consumers, and bolster the climate resilience of buildings. This funding, made available through President Biden's Investing in America Agenda, aims to help states adopt and implement the latest building energy codes and zero energy codes, ultimately saving consumers up to $178 billion over the next 30 years.
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DOE Pathways to Commercial Liftoff reports reveal prospects for extensive clean energy deployment
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) unveiled the latest Pathways to Commercial Liftoff reports on Sept. 18, which delve into the prospects and hurdles associated with industrial decarbonization and the deployment of virtual power plants (VPPs). The reports, encompassing the Industrial Decarbonization Liftoff Report and the Virtual Power Plants Liftoff Report, offer insights into the pathway for technologies to attain widespread deployment for private sector and industry partners, according to a press release.
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DOE allocates $25 million to support communities in expanding affordable and dependable clean energy access throughout the United States
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a funding opportunity of $25 million for the Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) partnerships program. This initiative aims to support communities in expanding affordable and dependable clean energy access throughout the United States. Through the program, six community teams will receive assistance in developing customized decarbonization plans and clean energy solutions.
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U.S. Department of Energy allocates up to $150 million for critical minerals production and refinement
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced a $150 million initiative to support the production and refinement of critical minerals, according to a press release. This move is aimed at strengthening national security and promoting clean energy technologies.
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DOE welcomes six new appointees and four promotions
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recently welcomed six new appointees from the Biden-Harris Administration, as well as announced the promotion of four existing appointees to new positions within the Department. These appointments and promotions signify the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to advancing clean energy and ensuring a smooth transition towards a more sustainable future.
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DOE: $150 Million for Advancing Environmentally Responsible Critical Mineral Production
DOE Allocates $150 Million to Boost Environmentally Responsible Critical Mineral Production
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DOE: $15.5 billion allocated to facilitate a robust and equitable shift towards electric vehicles
DOE: $15.5 billion Allocated to Facilitate a Robust and Equitable Shift Towards Electric Vehicles
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Biden-Harris administration sends millions to states and tribal nations to strengthen grid
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the allocation of $125 million to nine states and five tribal nations as part of the seventh cohort of Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants.
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Williams thrilled to head to WAPA to work on sustainability and future of federal hydropower
Michelle Williams will transition early from deputy regional director with the Bureau of Reclamation to senior vice president and regional manager for the Western Area Power Administration's (WAPA’s) Sierra Nevada region on Nov. 6, the bureau said in an Aug. 24 press release.
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DOE: Three annual reports project growth in the wind power sector
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published three annual reports on Aug. 24 highlighting wind power's sustained growth and economic viability as an electricity source in the United States, according to a press release. The reports reveal that wind energy constituted 22% of newly installed electricity capacity in the country in 2022 with an investment of $12 billion and providing employment to over 125,000 individuals.
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DOE: Up To $1.2 Billion For Nation’s First Direct Air Capture Demonstrations in Texas and Louisiana
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced up to $1.2 billion to propel the progress of two commercial-scale direct air capture facilities in Texas and Louisiana.
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DOE, U.S. said $37 million in funding to build research capacity, infrastructure, and expertise at institutions historically underrepresented institutions
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced $37 million in funding for 52 projects aimed at enhancing research capacity, infrastructure and expertise at institutions historically underrepresented in DOE’s Office of Science portfolio.
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U.S. Regulator: Electric grid 'can face challenges in meeting above-normal peak demand if wind generator energy output is lower than expected'
A May report by the North American Electric Reliability Council indicated several U.S. regions face risks of electricity supply shortfalls this summer during periods of more extreme conditions because of high demand forecasts and low wind and solar energy conditions.
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Texas Land Commissioner is 'not a fan' of the Biden administration's plan to lease Gulf Coast waters for wind farms
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham wrote she is "not a fan" of the Biden administration's effort to promote wind farms off the Texas coast.
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Granholm: Supporting scientists, researchers 'will ensure the United States remains at the forefront of scientific discovery'
The U.S. Department of Energy revealed 93 early-career scientists nationwide have been chosen to receive a total of $135 million in funding for their research.
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Granholm: 'Supporting America’s scientists and researchers early in their careers will ensure the United States remains at the forefront of scientific discovery'
On Aug. 4, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) revealed that 93 early-career scientists nationwide had been chosen to receive a total of $135 million in funding for their research encompassing diverse fields like artificial intelligence and astrophysics, according to a press release. These awardees, from 47 universities and 12 DOE National Laboratories throughout the United States, were introduced under the 2023 Early Career Research Program.
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Granholm: 'Every community deserves a strong and reliable energy grid that can deploy cleaner, cheaper power to homes and businesses, while keeping their lights on during extreme weather'
On Aug. 3, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) revealed that the fifth cohort of Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants will allocate a total of $34 million to two states and three tribal nations. Administered by DOE's Grid Deployment Office through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, these grants aim to enhance grid modernization and power sector reliability, mitigating the effects of climate-related extreme weather and natural disasters, according to a press release by the DOE.
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'Lack of a new offshore oil and gas leasing program introduces uncertainty': API urges Biden to finalize federal offshore leasing program
The American Petroleum Institute (API) sent a letter to President Joe Biden on Aug. 1 urging the president to finalize a federal offshore leasing program.
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