Renewable Energy
Helping to power homes in El Salvador
El Salvador's growing energy demands will be met, in part, with 10 new solar energy plants that the U.S. is helping to finance.
Clothing giant looks to Ethiopia as start-to-finish supplier
Clothing company PVH has added Ethiopia to its supply chain in a big way with an environmentally friendly industrial park employing thousands of women.
Asia’s largest rail network goes solar with U.S. help
The United States is supporting India with its ambitious clean energy program, including this solar rooftop project in partnership with Indian Railways.
Nuclear power’s growing role in a clean energy future
A new U.S.-backed initiative is promoting innovative ways to integrate nuclear power into carbon-free and renewable energy systems.
A pioneer town reinventing how we harness energy
Fort Collins, Colorado, began as a cavalry outpost in the Old West, but grew into a 21st century capital of scientific innovation, tackling the world's greatest energy challenges.
Turning plants into fuel
Four U.S. research centers are developing technologies that can turn certain plants — such as switchgrass, poplar or sorghum — into biofuels.
African women entrepreneurs break barriers
Women like Chebet Lesan are leaving traditional jobs and making their way as businesswomen. Read about several entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers in Africa.
How one school system is going solar
A small Indiana town has always relied on the sun to grow crops but now will count on it to power schools.
5 myths about wind energy
Wind energy has come a long way. Today it's more efficient and cheaper than ever. What do you think you know about wind energy that isn't true?