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WASHINGTON, D.C.— In a continued effort to expedite the build-out of a resilient and reliable electric grid, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced 20 projects across 16 states selected to receive up to $371 million to accelerate the permitting of high-voltage, interstate transmission projects. These projects, funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, will also support community infrastructure projects along major new and upgraded transmission lines, including upgrading public school buildings and emergency response facilities. Administered by DOE's...
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DOE announces $52 million for small business R&D grants
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the allocation of $52 million in research and development grants to small businesses across 39 states. This initiative supports President Biden’s Investing in America agenda and aims to address a variety of issues, including cybersecurity for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, radiation threat detection, and lithium metal manufacturing for batteries.
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DOE announces funding opportunity for solar projects in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced its intent to issue a $325 million funding opportunity for the new Programa de Comunidades Resilientes, supported by DOE’s Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund (PR-ERF). This initiative aims to enhance energy resilience for vulnerable populations across Puerto Rico by financing solar and battery storage installations for community healthcare facilities and common areas within subsidized multi-family housing properties.
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DOE anuncia financiamiento para sistemas solares y baterías en Puerto Rico
El Departamento de Energía de EE. UU. (DOE) anunció hoy su intención de emitir una oportunidad de financiamiento de $325 millones para el nuevo Programa de Comunidades Resilientes, financiado por el Fondo de Resiliencia Energética de Puerto Rico (PR-ERF). Este programa busca mejorar la resiliencia energética en comunidades vulnerables en Puerto Rico mediante la instalación de sistemas solares fotovoltaicos y almacenamiento en baterías en facilidades de salud comunitarias y áreas comunes dentro de propiedades multifamiliares subsidiadas.
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Biden-Harris administration allocates $10 million for critical mineral production
As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced nearly $10 million for two projects aimed at lowering costs and reducing the environmental impact of producing rare earth elements and other critical minerals from coal, coal wastes, and by-products. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, these projects are intended to meet growing domestic demand for critical minerals while reducing reliance on foreign supply chains. These minerals are essential components in clean energy technologies such as solar panels, wind...
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DOE announces roadmap for artificial intelligence initiative
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced its roadmap for the Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence for Science, Security, and Technology (FASST) initiative. This program aims to harness artificial intelligence (AI) for public benefit, focusing on scientific discovery, energy research, and national security.
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Biden-Harris Administration announces $1.7 billion investment in EV manufacturing
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant investment of $1.7 billion to support the conversion of 11 auto manufacturing and assembly facilities across eight states—Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, and Virginia—to electric vehicle (EV) production. This initiative is part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda and aims to create and retain thousands of union jobs while supporting American auto communities.
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Biden administration allocates $14 million for domestic battery recycling initiative
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $14 million initiative to enhance consumer battery recycling as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. This funding, supported by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and managed by DOE’s Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains Office (MESC), aims to establish over 1,000 collection points nationwide for used batteries from consumer products. The initiative is designed to facilitate easy and free disposal of old batteries and devices, thereby reducing e-waste.
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DOE awards contracts for Northeast Gasoline Supply Reserve sale
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Petroleum Reserves has announced the awarding of contracts for the sale and liquidation of 1 million barrels (42 million gallons) of gasoline from the Northeast Gasoline Supply Reserve (NGSR). This action follows a Request for Proposal (RFP) announced on May 21, 2024. The gasoline is being sold at an average price of $2.34 per gallon to help reduce gas prices ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
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Biden-Harris Administration allocates over $18 Million for clean energy projects
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced the allocation of $18.5 million to support clean energy projects in 24 states and local governments. This funding, part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, is aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing climate pollution, and lowering overall energy use through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program.
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Biden-Harris Administration announces over $7 Million for clean domestic manufacturing
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the allocation of over $7.3 million from the Industrial Assessment Centers (IAC) Implementation Grants program to support 37 small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) across the United States. The funding, part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, aims to improve energy efficiency, reduce climate pollution, and strengthen domestic manufacturing.
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DOE announces $2.7 billion investment in domestic nuclear fuel supply chain
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $2.7 billion investment from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to boost the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain. The DOE issued a request for proposals (RFP) to purchase low-enriched uranium (LEU) from domestic sources, aiming to enhance uranium enrichment capacity in the United States and reduce reliance on Russian imports.
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Department awards $63 million for innovative clean energy projects
Innovative projects showcase power of American innovation in developing advanced energy technologies and accelerating the energy transition
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DOE's cleanup-to-clean-energy initiative wins presidential sustainability award
The White House announced the recipients of the Presidential Federal Sustainability Awards, recognizing the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Cleanup to Clean Energy initiative. These awards honor federal agencies and employees for their efforts in advancing sustainability and climate resilience within their organizations. Such actions are contributing to the growth of America's clean manufacturing and energy industries, saving taxpayer dollars through reduced energy costs, and fostering healthier communities.
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Arizona State University joins DOE-led clean energy empowerment initiative
Arizona State University Joins Clean Energy Education & Empowerment Initiative as University Partner
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DOE announces $850 million fund to curb methane emissions
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have announced that applications are now open for $850 million in federal funding aimed at reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas sectors. This initiative is part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, which seeks to address climate change, create jobs, and improve air quality.
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DOE releases new guidelines to enhance cybersecurity in global energy supply chains
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released new Supply Chain Cybersecurity Principles, developed in collaboration with Idaho National Laboratory. These principles establish best practices for cybersecurity throughout the supply chain that supports energy infrastructure. Designed for both manufacturers and end users, the principles aim to strengthen key technologies used to manage and operate electricity, oil, and natural gas systems globally.
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DOE announces $900M fund for next-gen small modular reactors
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a Notice of Intent to allocate up to $900 million to support the initial deployments of Generation III+ Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technologies in the United States. This funding, partially enabled by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to strengthen the domestic nuclear industry and stimulate further reactor projects crucial for achieving national clean energy and climate objectives.
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Biden-Harris administration allocates $45 million for state energy efficiency loan funds
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced $45 million in awards to five states and the District of Columbia to establish Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Funds. This funding, part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, is sourced from the Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund Capitalization Grant (RLF) Program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The program aims to provide loans and grants for energy efficiency audits, upgrades, and retrofits.
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DOE unveils new strategy supporting commercial fusion energy goals
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) marked the two-year anniversary of the Biden-Harris Administration's launch of the U.S. Bold Decadal Vision for Commercial Fusion Energy with the release of the DOE Fusion Energy Strategy 2024 and an event at the White House co-hosted by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
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