Future holiday homecomings could include efficient heat pumps in cold climates and homes designed and built with the environment in mind.

Researchers developed two solutions for air-conditioning—a novel, energy-efficient dehumidification system and a technology to detect refrigerant leaks. Both help increase energy-efficiency and reduce costs.

PNNL scientists are learning how to harness wind to secure a brighter, cleaner energy future.

Researchers at the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are helping to lead transformation of the nation's century-old electric grid by developing new technologies to enhance its reliability and security.