Agrivoltaics: Solar and Agriculture Co-Location | Department of Energy
Policy & Priorities
The Department of Energy (DOE) focuses on several key areas to advance America's energy landscape:
- Increase American Energy Production: Exploring and expanding domestic energy resources.
- Energy Innovation: Driving research and development in energy systems and technologies.
- Energy Exports: Supporting global markets through U.S. production and trade.
- Affordable Energy for Consumers: Ensuring access to reliable, low-cost energy.
- Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR): Managing emergency fuel reserves for national security.
- Nuclear Security: Maintaining the safety and effectiveness of the nation's nuclear deterrent.
- Nuclear Energy: Advancing nuclear technologies for various goals.
- Energy Reliability: Ensuring consistent energy delivery across the nation.
- Energy Infrastructure: Modernizing systems for energy production, distribution, and storage.
Leadership & Organization
The DOE is led by:
- Chris Wright: Secretary of Energy
- James Danly: Deputy Secretary of Energy
Staff Offices, Program Offices, and National Laboratories
The DOE comprises various offices and laboratories, each contributing to its mission:
- Staff Offices: Providing administrative and policy support.
- Science and Innovation Program Offices: Leading scientific research in priority areas.
- Independent Offices: Overseeing specialized functions.
- Energy Program Offices: Managing programs related to energy production and delivery.
- National Laboratories: Driving research through the DOE's extensive lab system.
- Nuclear Security Offices: Focused on nuclear safety and defense.
Featured Topics
- Energy Sources: Exploring various resources and technologies for power generation.
- Energy Usage: Analyzing energy consumption across different sectors.
- Policy: Understanding laws, regulations, and national energy priorities.
- Science & Innovation: Discovering the latest research and technologies in energy.
- Economy: Examining energy's impact on jobs, markets, and economic growth.
- National Security & Safety: Ensuring resilience and infrastructure protection through energy systems.
News & Events
- Press Releases: Stay updated with recent announcements from the DOE (e.g., NNSA's nonproliferation experiment).
- Fact Sheets: Key insights into various DOE initiatives, such as nuclear energy and waste management.
- Upcoming Events:
- October 7, 2026: ORSSAB Executive Committee Meeting (Virtual)
- October 6, 2026: A full-day event with a focus yet to be determined