Research and Development
The Environmental Energy Technologies Division performs analysis, research, and development leading to better energy technologies and reduction of adverse energy-related environmental impacts.
The Division carries out research on batteries and fuel cells, electricity grid technologies, energy-efficient building technologies; energy analysis; environmental impacts of energy use, including on air quality and climate, indoor environmental quality, and sensors and materials for energy applications.
Advanced energy technologies for low-cost rechargeable advanced electrochemical batteries and fuel cells for automotive and stationary applications.
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Working with industry to develop technologies for buildings that increase energy efficiency, and improve the comfort, health and safety of building occupants.
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Demand response technologies for the transition to the smart grid. Technologies that increase the reliability of the electricity grid. Distributed energy resources—localized grouping of electricity sources and loads.
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Analyzing information to inform a wide range of stakeholders about energy. Sound science for energy and environmental decision-making.
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Cleaner-burning combustion technologies. Physical and chemical technologies for advanced materials, sensors, and controls.
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Greenhouse gas emissions and particulate matter, and their impacts on climate. Life-cycle assessment. Fate and transport of pollutants. Regional-scale outdoor air quality.
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Improving the health, comfort, and energy efficiency of the indoor environment. Assessing indoor air quality, and developing technologies for its improvement.
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From testing new building technologies to developing advanced battery technologies, and more.
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