National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)

About us

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the United States' premier research facility dedicated to advancing clean, affordable, and secure energy solutions. Operated by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and managed by the Alliance for Sustainable Energy, NREL is headquartered in Golden, Colorado.

Mission and Focus
NREL’s mission is to develop renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and to accelerate their commercialization through applied research, analysis, and innovation. The lab plays a central role in supporting national energy policy, economic competitiveness, and environmental goals.

Areas of Expertise
NREL conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as:

 - Solar and wind energy
 - Bioenergy and sustainable transportation
 - Hydrogen and fuel cells
 - Energy systems integration and smart grids
 - Advanced materials, batteries, and storage technologies
 - Building energy efficiency and grid decarbonization

 Global Impact and Collaboration
NREL partners with governments, industry leaders, startups, and academic institutions around the world to scale clean energy solutions. Its work contributes to reducing carbon emissions, increasing grid resilience, and enabling the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

Innovation and Technology Transfer
Through world-class laboratories, modeling tools, and technology incubation programs, NREL fosters innovation from concept to market. Many breakthrough technologies and startups in the renewable energy sector have emerged with NREL’s support.