The NREL Podcast
A podcast highlighting the latest research and news from the U.S. Department of Energy's National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) as we work to achieve the laboratory's vision of an affordable and secure energy future.
Episodes
58 episodes
Improvements in Batteries, Trains, and Wave Technology
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).New week, new discoveries! In today’s epis...
A Dashboard for Trucking Efficiency, an HVAC Game Changer, and More Power With Less
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).Are you curious about new technologies tha...
Saving Energy and Money for Concrete and Cement Manufacturing, Power Line Utilities, and Hospital and Commercial Buildings
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, you’ll learn about three ...
3D Printing Metal for Ocean Energy Devices, Unlocking AI’s Potential, Early Career Spotlight
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).It’s the 50th episode of The NREL Podcast!...
NREL’s New Laboratory Director and Google’s AI Hackathon—Plus, an Energy Tech Pitch Event
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).It’s been a busy summer at NREL. In this e...
An NREL Intern Takeover
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).Ever wondered what it's like to intern at ...
Islands, Airports, and Arctic Heat: Energy Solutions for Every Community
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, explore three ways NREL r...
Finding Solutions for Tastier Tomatoes, Recycled Carbon Fiber, and Better Battery Performance
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, explore three ways NREL r...
Managing Marine Energy and Monitoring Battery Health
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, hosts Kerrin and Taylor d...
Elevator Parts in Marine Energy Tech, Transportation Data Sharing, and a Biomanufacturing Collab Helping To Scale Up Tech—Fast
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode of The NREL Podcast
Improving Housing in Alaska, the Power of Quantum Computing, and Pairing Salt and Perovskites
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode of The NREL Podcast
A Record-Breaking Year for Innovation and the Industry Growth Forum
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, hosts Kerrin Jeromin and ...
A Researcher’s Career Journey, an Arizona High School’s Innovation, and a Scientist’s Mentorship Mentality
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, hosts Kerrin Jeromin and ...
The Ocean Energy Testing Barrier, Building a Fire-Resilient Home From Ashes, and a Surprise High School Science Bowl Victory
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, hosts Taylor Mankle and K...
Lab Notes: Let's Talk Transmission Planning
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).Electricity demand is rapidly increasing i...
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NREL's Top Stories of 2024
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).To kick off the first episode of the new y...
NREL People Picking Up Trash, Installing Rooftop Solar, and Giving Back to the Community
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, explore the volunteer eff...
Building Heating Solutions, Inspiring Students, and Transforming Energy for Alaska’s Tribal Communities
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this Thanksgiving week episode, special...
Lab Notes: Agrivoltaics—Where Agriculture and Solar Production Meet
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this Lab Notes episode, we explore the ...
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US Forest Service Goes Green, the Cost of Owning Zero-Emission Vehicles, ARIES Depicts Real-World Energy Systems
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this week’s episode, your hosts dive in...
Geothermal Heat Pump Opportunities, Sun Nerds Convene at NREL, and Kestrel Flies Beyond the Lab
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this Halloween-inspired episode, our ho...
Lab Notes: A Journey Into the Future of Sustainable Aviation
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode of Transforming Energy’s L...
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A Photosynthesis Friendship and the US Grid Evolution—Plus, Clean Energy Research and Science Fiction Collide!
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this week’s episode, our hosts Kerrin a...
The Unofficial Mascots of NREL’s Colorado and Alaska Campuses
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this episode, our hosts explore the uno...
Interns, Economy, and Startups: The NREL Impact
Disclaimer: This episode was produced when the laboratory operated as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The laboratory is now the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR).In this week’s episode, our hosts dive int...