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.
Energy System Modeling
Energy System Modeling
Modeling Earth Systems
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) continues to have an important role in developing and applying models of various Earth system components. These models, several of which focus specifically on the atmosphere, enable PNNL scientists to study the Earth system at global, regional, and local scales.