EERE Network News

March 21, 2012

News and Events

DOE Offers Up to $2 Million for Hydrogen Fueling Stations Data Collection

DOE has offered up to $2 million to support the collection and analysis of performance data for hydrogen fueling stations and advanced refueling components.

EPA Names 2012 Energy Star Awardees, Celebrate 20th Anniversary

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized the 2012 Energy Star award winners while kicking off the 20th anniversary of the program designed to save consumers money and promote energy efficient products.

U.S. Solar Energy Installations Soared in 2011: Report

The U.S. solar energy industry installed record capacity in 2011, posting a 109% growth rate over the previous year, according to the U.S. Solar Market Insight report.

Coalition Offers Plan to Accelerate Adoption of Plug-In Electric Vehicles

A Center for Climate and Energy Solutions-led group has recommended strategies to connect plug-in electric vehicles to the U.S. grid.

Energy Blog

Secrets of a Tribal Energy Auditor

An energy auditor trained and certified with funding from DOE and other sources helps Native Americans access energy efficient practices and appliances.