PNNL’s Role in Environmentally Sustainable Hydropower
For decades, the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory has played a role in establishing and maintaining sustainable hydropower for the region.
Night Vision for Bird- & Bat-Friendly Offshore Wind Power
PNNL's ThermalTracker software analyzes video with night vision, the same technology that helps soldiers see in the dark, to help offshore wind power be bird- and bat-friendly.
Sustaining U.S. Nuclear Power Plants Could be Key to Decarbonization
As the world races to discover solutions for reaching net zero carbon emissions, a PNNL analysis quantifies the economic value of the existing nuclear power fleet and its carbon-free energy contributions.
Preparing for Climate’s Impact on Renewables
Study says planners need to account for climate impacts on renewable energy during capacity development planning to fully understand investment implications to the power sector.
The Power of Postdocs
PNNL recognizes some of the outstanding postdoctoral researchers that move science forward during National Postdoc Appreciation Week.
Strengthening Puerto Rico's Power Grid
EGRASS helps prepare and fortify critical structures to protect against the worst consequences of new hurricanes.
Restoring Power When National Disasters Strike
PNNL’s Russ Haffner plays a key role in helping areas get back to normal after an emergency event such as Hurricane Ida.
Researchers Weigh the Factors that Power Hurricanes
Researchers at PNNL are scrutinizing the factors that influence the intensity of hurricanes like Irma, Harvey and Jose.