Distribution
America needs a smarter electric grid. One where utilities can see and respond to changing electricity demands in real time. Where systems automatically reroute electricity when equipment fails or outages occur, keeping power flowing. And where utilities can meet increasing demands by tapping into distributed and renewable energy resources at exactly the right amounts. PNNL has a legacy of pioneering smart grid advancements, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and industry.
Computing & Analytics
Data are everywhere in today’s world. From the phones in our hands, to the networks that run our homes and communities, to the scientific instrumentation that helps us discover the mysteries of the world—the deluge of data is staggering. This size, velocity, and complexity often make it difficult to gain clarity and extract value.
Computational Mathematics & Statistics
How can our nation predict behavior of complex natural and man-made systems and find critical signatures amidst overwhelming data? PNNL helps decision makers be better informed when making choices in mission critical domains.
Visual Analytics
Many challenging problems are characterized by incomplete, disparate, conflicting, and uncertain data that cannot be addressed easily through automated approaches—they need human insight.
Graph and Data Analytics
PNNL researchers are pioneering data and graph analytics using novel visualization and machine learning techniques to tease out data connections.
Solar Energy
To make renewable resources viable and reliable sources of energy for the broad spectrum of American energy needs, PNNL works extensively in the field of solar energy. Projects focused on discoveries in thin film photovoltaics, thermal storage for concentrating solar power, and grid integration are ongoing as PNNL researchers look for more efficient technologies and methods to harness the power of the sun.
Electrochemical Energy Storage
PNNL is leveraging fundamental science and industry engagements to deliver commercially relevant processes, technology, and systems for next-generation electrochemical technologies.