Earth System Modeling
PNNL modeling experts develop and deploy Earth-modeling tools to make informed decisions that consider the pressures of climate change, an increasing global population, and growing water and energy demands. In its unique approaches, PNNL also co-develops community tools and capabilities with numerous partners to provide ultimate impact. By cooperatively developing new hierarchical modeling frameworks and coupling approaches, PNNL addresses complex questions across spatial scales aimed at creating a more resilient world.
Wind Resource Characterization
PNNL modeling, instrumentation, and data management expertise are improving the accuracy of wind forecasts for energy and weather applications.
Environmental Monitoring and Wind-Wildlife Impacts
PNNL research is helping reveal the intersection of wildlife and wind turbine technology.
Testing for Marine Energy
PNNL-Sequim scientists are conducting research to reduce the environmental effects of marine energy.
Marine Biofouling and Corrosion
PNNL-Sequim researchers are combining biology and materials science expertise to mitigate biofouling and corrosion on equipment used for marine energy.
Environmental Monitoring for Marine Energy
PNNL-Sequim scientists identify environmental effects of marine energy and evaluate ways to reduce impacts.
Chemistry
A clean-energy future for the United States relies on innovation. Our ability to control essential energy transformations will require harnessing the power of chemistry.
Renewable Energy
PNNL draws on a strong base of atmospheric sciences, grid operations and controls, and engineering and analytical capabilities to help overcome these challenges.
Ecosystem Science
With deep scientific expertise, world-class equipment, and a collaborative culture, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) researchers study ecosystems in detail to better understand and predict how they function and respond to change.