Research Areas

The Energy Systems Integration Facility (ESIF) focuses on areas of research that are centered on emerging energy systems and the links among them—how they can integrate with and adapt to modern systems.

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At the ESIF, we're looking ahead. We see a grid without siloes, a diverse energy environment, a power system that is efficient and economic, and a path to get there. We're validating new ideas and helping our partners realize their ambitious energy targets.

Project Spotlights

Learn about projects at the ESIF that are accelerating innovation across industry.

From energy storage to hydrogen systems and grid-integrated buildings, the ESIF is committed to transforming science and research every day. Eight focus areas are integral to this commitment:

Renewable Energy-to-Grid Integration

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Energy Storage

Photo of a researcher working on the residential battery test bed in the Energy Systems Integration Facility.

Energy Security

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Energy Resilience

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Advanced Mobility

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Grid-Interactive Buildings

Photo of two researchers working in the Optimization and Control Laboratory in the ESIF, which has been designed with state-of-the-art commercial buildings research infrastructure.

Data Integration and Analysis

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Hydrogen and Fuel Systems

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Contact

Jerry Davis

Laboratory Program Manager

Jerry.Davis@nrel.gov
303-275-3199

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