Energy Department - Electric Power Research Institute Cooperation to Increase Energy Efficiency
Posted by CITIZEN POWER ALLIANCE at 7:31 AMThe U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) strengthened cooperation for research, development and deployment of energy technologies aimed at promoting increased energy efficiency. DOE and EPRI yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing a framework for close coordination to advance the common goal of satisfying the nation’s growing electricity needs by improving energy efficiency and promoting the widespread adoption of electric energy demand response programs in an effort to curtail energy use during peak periods.
“Through ongoing collaboration, the Department of Energy is pleased to provide its technical expertise and capabilities to promote clean and efficient energy technologies. This MOU will help ensure America continues to lead the way in cutting-edge energy research, development and commercialization projects to enhance our national, energy and economic security,” DOE’s Assistant Secretary for the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Alexander A. Karnser said.
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