Issue 1
Continuum Magazine
New Facility to Transform U.S. Energy Infrastructure
The nation's electricity infrastructure needs an overhaul. NREL's newest research facility will lead the way.
Wind Innovation
Enables Utility-Scale
NREL research will enable wind energy to make major contributions to meeting the nation's electrical demand.
Leading Solar Expertise—
A Launch Pad to the Future
NREL is speeding solar devices from the lab to utility-scale operation.
Paint It Black: One-Step Etch Cuts Solar Cell Costs
NREL's technique provides the solar cell manufacturing industry with a quicker, cheaper way to produce large volumes of high-performance PV devices.
Renewable Energy on the Front Lines
In the war on energy waste and pollution, NREL is helping the military create new systems to power vehicles and base facilities with clean energy.
Integrating Wind and Solar on the Grid—NREL Analysis Leads the Way
NREL studies confirm big wind, solar potential for grid integration.
Interoperability Is Key to Smart Grid Success
NREL engineers provide leadership and support in the development of interoperability standards.
Big Wind Turbines Require Infrastructure Upgrades
National Wind Technology Center now home to three multi-megawatt wind turbines.