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At the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), we focus on creative answers to today's energy challenges.

From breakthroughs in fundamental science to new clean technologies to integrated energy systems that power our lives, NREL researchers are transforming the way the nation and the world use energy.

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NREL Quick Facts

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National Centers

National Bioenergy Center

National Center for Photovoltaics

National Wind Technology Center

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Collaborative Research Facilities

Energy Systems Integration Facility

Solar Facilities and Laboratories

Integrated Biorefinery Research Facility

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Research Programs

16 programs

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Business Volume

$671.2 million*

 

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Publications

2,295 scientific and technical materials published in Fiscal Year 2022

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Partnerships

1,046 active partnerships with industry, universities, foundations, and governments

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Technologies for Licensing

688 patents issued for NREL technologies to date

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R&D 100 Awards

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Campuses

Arvada, Colorado
Golden, Colorado
Fairbanks, Alaska
Washington, D.C.

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Employment

3,227 employees, postdoctoral researchers, interns, visiting professionals, and subcontractors

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Countries Represented by Staff

More than 70

 

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