NREL in the Community
NREL's commitment to the community includes organized, public tours; stakeholder outreach; and charitable giving efforts.
Virtual Campus Tours
NREL is currently offering virtual tours, where participants will learn about our research and see how we are demonstrating clean energy technologies, reducing waste, and eliminating atmospheric pollution.
Tours led by NREL staff are available at no charge and are typically held the second Friday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. To sign up, complete the virtual tour registration form.
We also offer virtual tours designed especially for K–12 students. Learn more and complete the student tour registration form.
Reaching Out: NREL Community Connection Newsletter
Get quarterly news covering NREL giving activities and community involvement.
Community Contributions
NREL staff donate funds and time during the annual giving campaign, supporting local charities and a variety of causes.
2020 Giving Campaign
NREL raised $616,000 total supporting 506 charities and cause areas
This included employee donations, participation in Giving Tuesday, a virtual trivia tournament for charity, and contributions from the Alliance for Sustainable Energy
NREL in the Community
Over $59,000 contributed through NREL Giving partnerships, volunteering, and employee support
$50,000 in community support contributed from the Alliance for Sustainable Energy
Executive Energy Leadership Academy
Celebrating 13th year of Executive Leadership program, providing learning opportunities for energy-related decision makers