Nation Laboratory of the Rockies

Website

www.nlr.gov

Services

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The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) serves as the U.S. Department of Energy's primary national laboratory dedicated to energy systems research and development. It plays a pivotal role in bridging fundamental research with tangible, real-world applications to accelerate the advancement of critical energy technologies. The laboratory's overarching goal is to contribute to a secure and sustainable energy future by lowering costs, bolstering the economy, enhancing national security, and ensuring abundant energy resources.

NLR's extensive research portfolio spans a diverse array of crucial energy sectors. Key research areas include advanced manufacturing, bioenergy and bioeconomy, sustainable building technologies, chemistry and nanoscience, and cutting-edge computational science. The laboratory is deeply involved in energy systems analysis, ensuring security and resilience within energy infrastructures, and developing advanced energy storage solutions. Furthermore, NLR focuses on renewable energy sources such as geothermal, solar, and wind, alongside initiatives in grid modernization, hydrogen and fuel cells, and materials science.

The institution also champions international collaborations and supports state, local, and tribal governments in energy transitions. Its work extends to transportation and mobility, water-energy nexus issues, and workforce development to cultivate the next generation of energy innovators. NLR is actively engaged in initiatives like the DOE's Genesis Mission, which leverages AI-driven research to strengthen the U.S. energy system, supply chains, and technological leadership, demonstrating its commitment to pioneering solutions for complex energy challenges. Through its comprehensive efforts, NLR provides valuable data sets, maps, models, and tools for the analysis of advanced energy technologies, fostering innovation and facilitating market adoption.

Locations

• Golden, Colorado