Feature Stories
The following feature stories take an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at how NREL is advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies.
December 2013
Dec. 26, 2013
New Test Facility to Improve Wind Turbines
Five-megawatt dynamometer will accelerate the development of next-generation wind energy technologies.
Dec. 17, 2013
Bright Ideas Chase Investor Dollars at Forum
Annual Industry Growth Forum sponsored by NREL is where green technology seeks greenbacks.
Dec. 10, 2013
NREL Takes Efficiency to the Great Outdoors
NREL earns new LEED-equivalent designation for sustainable landscaping.
November 2013
Nov. 25, 2013
NREL Test Helps Make Moisture Barriers Better
NREL-developed test can detect tiny amounts of moisture and measure reliability, durability of water vapor barriers used in phones, solar panels, and organic light-emitting diodes.
Nov. 8, 2013
New Solar Cell Is More Efficient, Less Costly
Innovation by NREL and First Solar acquisition TetraSun wins a 2013 R&D 100 Award.
October 2013
Oct. 22, 2013
NREL Brings Precision, Savings to Energy Audits
Energy audit tool developed with concept3D spots more energy savings for commercial buildings.
September 2013
Sept. 30, 2013
Weatherization Work Guidelines Launched
Lab teams with Energy Department and industry to bring consistency to the weatherization workforce.
Sept. 18, 2013
Energy Secretary Dedicates ESIF at NREL
A more resilient, cleaner, integrated system crucial for America's future, says Secretary Moniz.
Sept. 3, 2013
Architects and Building Engineers Flock to NREL
National ASHRAE and AIA conferences in Denver bring hundreds to NREL's energy-efficient buildings.
August 2013
Aug. 19, 2013
Third Consecutive IEEE Cherry Award for NREL
Prestigious recognition goes to Keith Emery, whose testing and measurement lab sets the standard for credibility of solar efficiency claims.
Aug. 6, 2013
Interns Make Robust Contribution to NREL
Fifty-four students from across the country are tackling real-world problems in a summer internship program that benefits the nation, the lab, and the students.
July 2013
July 24, 2013
Wood-Boring Gribbles Intrigue Researchers
NREL scientists join others to explore tiny crustacean's unique ability to turn wood into sugars in harsh environments.
July 10, 2013
Scientists Go Eye to Eye with Research at ESIF
Three-dimensional human-sized views give scientists clearer look at atoms, molecules, polymers.
June 2013
June 21, 2013
NREL Drives Toward the Future with Fuel Cell EVs
Cooperative agreement with Toyota will enhance NREL's capability to support hydrogen and fuel cell research.
June 14, 2013
At NREL, Sustainability Goes Beyond Campus
NREL's sustainability program supports the lab and community in leading the nation toward a clean energy future.
June 4, 2013
NREL Adds Eyes, Brains to Occupancy Detection
Image Processing Occupancy Sensor combines camera and microprocessor to save money, relieve occupant frustration.
May 2013
May 24, 2013
Middle Schoolers Shine in Electric Car Races
Solar and lithium-ion powered vehicles blaze down the tracks despite clouds overhead.
May 13, 2013
Saudi Arabia Looks to NREL for Solar Monitoring Expertise
Middle East kingdom poised to devote billions of dollars to embracing renewable energy.
April 2013
April 29, 2013
NREL Engineer Passionate about Energy-Efficient Buildings
In her 'spare' time she skis, hikes with family, and embraces green living.
April 19, 2013
NREL Teams with Navy to Cut Energy Use
NREL is on a mission to help provide energy security and reduce energy costs for the U.S. Navy.
April 4, 2013
Change is in the Air at NREL's Wind Center
NREL collaborations with industry partners result in more widely deployed wind energy at lower cost.
March 2013
March 22, 2013
Makeover Puts CHARMM Back in Business
Software helps molecular scientists design super enzymes to process biofuels faster.
March 11, 2013
New Ultra-Efficient HPC Data Center Debuts
In addition to housing much-needed high performance computing (HPC) power for NREL researchers, the new facility will be the most energy-efficient HPC data center in the world.
February 2013
Feb. 26, 2013
Biomass Analysis Tool Is Faster, More Precise
NREL invention quickly and accurately determines cell wall chemistry traits that can lower feedstock costs for biofuels industry.
Feb. 11, 2013
Fresh Faces Abundant at Colorado Science Bowl
Lakewood High School scores dramatic victory in final round of Colorado Science Bowl to secure trip to challenge for national title.
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