Trump announces oil executive Chris Wright as his pick for energy secretary
Trump announced Chris Wright, the CEO of oil and natural gas fracking services company Liberty Energy, as his pick for energy secretary.
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Meet America's secret team of nuclear first responders
For 50 years, a secretive group of government workers has been preparing for the worst. Here's a rare look inside the team that's ready to respond to a nuclear incident anywhere, anytime.
What does the science say about the origin of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic?
Two U.S. intelligence agencies reportedly support the lab leak theory — with low-to-moderate confidence. No evidence has been shared. Scientists have strong evidence of animal spillover at a market..
U.S. reaches a fusion power milestone. Will it be enough to save the planet?
A giant laser facility in Livermore, Calif., says it has created net energy from nuclear fusion. It's an important breakthrough, but fusion power remains a distant dream.
N.C. A&T receives $10M for clean energy research
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has received a $10 million grant to open a clean energy research center.
Why Having Diverse Government Scientists Is Key To Dealing With Climate Change
Climate and health policies rely on scientific expertise. But the federal science workforce has been shaped by decades of political interference, underfunding and race and gender bias.
NASA Tests New Nuclear Reactor For Future Space Travelers
The reactor could keep the lights on during long-duration missions far from Earth.
Photographer Says He Lost His Job After Leaking Pictures Of Rick Perry And Coal CEO
Former Department of Energy photographer Simon Edelman is filing a federal whistleblower suit after he leaked the photos of a private meeting between the energy secretary and Robert Murray.
Federal Regulator Rejects Energy Department's Bid To Prop Up Coal, Nuclear
Energy Secretary Rick Perry proposed a rule that would essentially subsidize older fuel sources to compete with cheaper natural gas and renewables. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission cried foul.
Oceans May Host Next Wave Of Renewable Energy
Researchers say there's huge potential for harnessing ocean waves to create electricity. The Energy Department is backing one effort in Oregon.