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 2015
Dec. 17, 2015
Inventive Thinkers at NREL Reach Record Number
Researchers register ideas on everything from wave power to methane use.
Dec. 9, 2015
NREL's Min Zhang Keeps Her "Bugs" Happy, Leading to Biofuel Breakthroughs
NREL researcher's partnership with a sugar-eating bacterium has enabled her to make breakthroughs in biofuels.
November 2015
Nov. 25, 2015
Industry Growth Forum Fosters Cleantech Companies
Innovations showcased as entrepreneurs network, pitch for funding.
Nov. 17, 2015
NREL Efforts Push Hydrogen Vehicles Further Along
New fast-filling fuel station dedicated as part of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day.
October 2015
Oct. 30, 2015
NREL Innovation Improves Safety of Electric Vehicle Batteries
Newly patented Internal Short Circuit device offers manufacturers a groundbreaking tool.
Oct. 7, 2015
NREL Seeks to Optimize Individual Comfort in Buildings
Pioneering buildings research uses NREL's new Comfort Suite to enable comfort-driven energy conservation.
September 2015
Sept. 15, 2015
NREL Collaborates with Trucking Industry to Prioritize R&D Opportunities
Semi-automated truck platooning is just one of the many advances being tested and analyzed.
Sept. 3, 2015
Vision for NREL Technology Has Entrepreneur Seeing Clearly
Company formed to capitalize on electrochromic window research.
August 2015
Aug. 19, 2015
NREL Helps Federal Agencies Reach New Efficiency Targets
Recent executive order puts increased importance on NREL’s expertise.
Aug. 5, 2015
"Circle of Mentorship" Renews Talent at NREL
A network of mentoring is expanding across NREL through the lab's various internship programs.
July 2015
July 31, 2015
Ethylene Production Via Sunlight Opens Door to Future
Research provides an alternative to using oil to make building block for plastics
July 2, 2015
NREL's 91-Year-Old Palmer Carlin—a Wind Energy Pioneer
Release of the Energy Department's has added an important tool to his arsenal.
June 2015
June 22, 2015
Battery Second Use Offsets Electric Vehicle Expenses, Improves Grid Stability
NREL researchers are identifying strategies capable of offsetting expenses while helping utilities support peak electricity demands.
June 18, 2015
Colorado Students Secure in Science Knowledge
Ridgeview Classical Schools captured a 4-3 record at this year's National Science Bowl.
June 15, 2015
NREL Innovates Today for the Homes of Tomorrow
Researchers and industry partners collaborate in the Systems Performance Lab on energy-saving technologies for the smart homes of the future.
May 2015
May 29, 2015
Rain or Shine, Students Keep Their Race Cars Going
Teams from 17 Colorado middle schools competed in annual solar- and battery-powered model car race.
April 2015
April 22, 2015
The (Scientific) Flight of the Falcon
NREL and Laufer employ "Houdini" to teach radar how to detect birds near wind power plants.
April 13, 2015
Assuring Solar Modules Will Last for Decades
NREL heads international effort to toughen standards, ensure reliability of solar PV systems.
March 2015
March 9, 2015
NREL's Newest PE-Licensed Engineers Commit to Sustainability
Engineers travel the globe to help save energy, improve lives.
February 2015
Feb. 23, 2015
NREL Science Central to Success of New Biofuels Projects: DuPont-NREL Partnership Delivered Key Innovations for Large Scale Cellulosic Ethanol Facility in Iowa
DuPont-NREL partnership lowered costs, proved success, paved way to 30-million-gallon facility opening in Iowa.
January 2015
Jan. 12, 2015
NREL's CelA Catalyzes Plant Cell Walls Faster
Enzyme from bacteria could lower prices for biofuels.
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