EERE Network News

December 05, 2012

News and Events

ARPA-E Awards $130 Million for 66 Energy Technology Projects

The Energy Department announced 66 research projects selected by its Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) to receive a total of $130 million in funding. The selected projects encompass 11 technology areas in 24 states.

Energy Department Announces New Batteries and Energy Storage Hub

The Energy Department announced that its Argonne National Laboratory in suburban Chicago will lead a multi-partner team in establishing a new batteries and energy storage hub.

DOI Announces Renewable Energy Offshore Lease Sales

The Department of the Interior (DOI) and its Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced competitive lease sales for renewable energy development of two wind energy areas offshore of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Virginia.

New Chevy, Fiat EVs Unveiled at the LA Auto Show

The Los Angeles International Auto Show is showcasing the debut of two high-profile electric vehicles (EV), the 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV and the 2013 FIAT 500e.

Energy Blog

Top 10 Things You Didn't Know About Electric Vehicles

Among the "Top 10 Things You Didn't Know about Electric Vehicles (EV)" is the fact that the EV market is growing faster than you might realize.