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May 3, 2013
The Energy Department is helping Alaska Native communities reduce their energy costs by investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency upgrades. | Photo courtesy of Western Community Energy.
Helping Alaska Native Communities Reduce Their Energy Costs

Learn how the Energy Department is helping Alaska Native communities reduce their dependence on oil by focusing on renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

May 2, 2013
Inside Florida Power & Light's Transmission Performance Diagnostic Center. | Photo courtesy of Florida Power & Light.
Coming Full Circle in Florida: Improving Electric Grid Reliability and Resiliency

Learn how a milestone project in Florida is helping to advance America's smart grid.

May 2, 2013
After months of training and preparation, regional Science Bowl champions gathered in Washington, D.C. to compete for the national title at the 2013 National Science Bowl. Some of the nation's best and brightest high school and middle school students spent the past few days showing off their science, technology and engineering skills by completing a series of tasks, including the construction of a miniature electric car, using only household items and a lithium-ion battery. In this photo, Yaniel Ramirez from Colegio Catolico Notre Dame in Caguas, Puerto Rico launches his team's electric car down the test track. <a href="http://energy.gov/articles/congratulations-2013-national-science-bowl-winners" target="_blank">Learn more about the 2013 National Science Bowl</a>. | Photo by Jack Dempsey, Department of Energy.
Photo of the Week: National Science Bowl Participants on the Fast Track to a Future in STEM

Check out our favorite energy-related photos!

April 30, 2013
Acting Energy Secretary Poneman (far left) stand with a team of young entrepreneurs from Brigham Young University -- the regional winners of the National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition. | Photo by Ilya Pupko, ILAsoft.net.
Celebrating The Next Generation of Energy Entrepreneurs

Recognizing innovative, bold-thinking student entrepreneurs who are working to advance clean energy technologies.

April 30, 2013
Energy Department Releases New Energy 101 Video on Ocean Power

New video explains how we can use ocean power to generate electricity.

April 29, 2013
National Science Bowl 2013
Congratulations, 2013 National Science Bowl Winners

The team from Sacramento's Mira Loma High School won the 2013 National Science Bowl in dramatic fashion -- pulling ahead as the clock expired in the final round.

April 26, 2013
Students Storm the Capital: 2013 National Science Bowl

Teams of middle and high school students are competing this weekend at the National Science Bowl. Read more about this academic competition.

April 24, 2013
Energy Innovation Hub Directors Visit the Hill

Yesterday, the directors of the Energy Department's Energy Innovation Hubs joined policymakers on Capitol Hill to discuss the critical research being conducted at the hubs and to answer questions from attendees.

April 24, 2013
The new hybrid solar-natural gas system from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) works through concentrating solar power, which uses a reflecting surface to concentrate the sun's rays like a magnifying glass. In the case of the new system from PNNL, a mirrored parabolic dish directs sunbeams to a central point, where a device absorbs the solar heat to make syngas.| Photo courtesy of PNNL.
A Renewable Boost for Natural Gas

The race to transition to cleaner, greener natural gas power plants is getting a boost from an unlikely source -- solar energy.

April 24, 2013
Earth Day Recap: Sharing Tips for Improving Your Home’s Energy Efficiency

Looking for ways to save energy and money at home? Check out the tips and advice we shared on Earth Day.