The white papers offered here present brief overviews of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and its work on some of the greatest science and technology challenges. The papers highlight PNNL’s capabilities and strengths, and showcase ways in which the laboratory is putting its thought leadership to work to solve complex, high-priority problems in discovery science, energy sustainability, and national security. To learn more about PNNL’s science and technology capabilities, click here.
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Defending against Biological Threats
How PNNL supports pandemic response and preparedness through science, technology, and data analytics
Confronting Climate Change
How PNNL advances solutions through integrated Earth system science
Transforming Cybersecurity
How PNNL automates cyber defense and resiliency
Driving Deep Decarbonization through Innovation
How PNNL contributes to decarbonization efforts at the intersection of efficiency, technology, and Earth systems
Accelerating Innovation in Energy Storage
How PNNL combines cutting-edge science with end-use domain expertise to speed the development, validation, and implementation of next-generation battery technologies
Powering Innovation with Fundamental Science
How PNNL accelerates foundational research in climate, energy, biology, and computing
Addressing Nuclear Proliferation Globally
How PNNL uses science, technology, and policy to detect and prevent nuclear proliferation
Partnering for Environmental Justice
How PNNL partners with agencies and industry to identify and engage historically disadvantaged populations in regulatory decision-making, environmental assessment, and impact estimation of the consequences
STEM Workforce Training to Address Tomorrow’s National Challenges
How PNNL engages students from underserved communities in STEM pathways
PNNL as a Valued Neighbor and Resource
How PNNL partners with diverse communities to address regional challenges
PNNL Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and the Power of We
How PNNL includes all voices to achieve our mission and profoundly influence our professional disciplines
| Global Emerging Pathogen Surveillance System | National Coastal Climate Initiative |
| Decarbonization of the Energy Sector | Closing America’s STEM Skills Gap |
National Laboratory Directors Council White Papers
Future Science & Technology Opportunities
Fundamental Science: Critical to meeting U.S. Energy and Climate Mitigation Goals
Science to Accelerate Solutions to U.S. Energy, Climate, and Environmental Equity Challenges