Research for secure, sustainable energy
Americans consume more energy per person than any other country in the world. At PNNL, we believe there can be no energy solutions without associated environmental solutions. From grid modernization and building controls to providing scientifically-defensible solutions for legacy waste, our researchers are helping deliver secure, sustainable energy.
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Metal Research Paper Honored by American Iron and Steel Institute
A team of researchers from a handful of DOE national labs—including PNNL—and industry recently received a prestigious award from the American Iron and Steel Institute.
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Shaw Invited to Serve on National Center for Atmospheric Research Panel
Wind Energy expert Will Shaw serving three-year term on NCAR's Observing Facilities Assessment Panel
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Report Cards for Today's Connected Lighting Systems
LED connecting lighting systems were not as intuitive to install as manufacturers thought they were.
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Stereo Vision Improves "Fly-By" Data for Offshore Wind Power
The stereo vision feature in ThermalTracker2 lets researchers see the exact position of birds and bats that could be affected by offshore wind turbines.
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From Breakfast to Biocrude: Study Identifies Production Potential across Nation
Study sheds light on potential for waste to biofuel on a site-specific basis across the United States.
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Army Marching Forward on Energy Savings
PNNL case studies showed that lighting retrofits in two Army Reserve Centers are saving $18,000 annually.
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First-of-Its-Kind Report Benchmarks Costs for U.S. Small Wind Projects
A PNNL report is the first of its kind to benchmark costs for small wind projects installed in the United States.
Core Research Areas
We are organized into core research areas that align with customers' mission needs.
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Clean Fossil Energy
Enabling safe and sustainable fossil fuel exploration, production, transportation, conversion, and end use.
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Electricity Infrastructure
Transforming the U.S. power grid to meet consumer, economic, environmental, and security priorities for the 21st century.
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Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Delivering distinctive science and technology solutions for efficient and sustainable energy.
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Environmental Health and Remediation
Reducing the cost and risk to resolve the most challenging legacy waste issues.
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Nuclear
Mobilizing interdisciplinary teams to advance safe and reliable nuclear power.
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