Press Releases on November 9, 2010 - EIN Presswire - Press Release Distribution Service

Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

Department of Energy Issues Request for Pre-Applications to U.S. Universities for Nuclear Energy Research and Development ...

WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced a new Request for Pre-Applications for universities interested in conducting cutting-edge nuclear energy research and development (R&D). "Nuclear energy is our largest …

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

103 Teams to Head to DOE's National Science Bowl in Washington, D.C.

High School and Middle School Regional Champions from Around the Country to Compete at National Championship WASHINGTON, DC - Students from 67 high school teams and 36 middle school teams from across the nation will compete next weekend for …

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

DOE Announces Tougher Enforcement of Appliance Standards Reporting Requirements

Manufacturers have until January 8, 2010 to demonstrate compliance with energy efficiency standards WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of Energy announced today that manufacturers of certain residential products have a 30 day window ending January 8, …

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

DOE Continues Aggressive Energy Efficiency Enforcement Effort with Nearly 30 New Proposed Penalties

Washington, D.C. - As part of an ongoing commitment to rigorously enforce appliance efficiency requirements, the Department of Energy today announced 27 new proposed penalties against companies selling products in the United States without certifying …

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

Obama Administration Announces Additional $42,230,600 for Local Energy Efficiency Improvements in Massachusetts

Block Grants to Support Jobs, Cut Energy Bills, and Increase Energy Independence WASHINGTON - Vice President Joe Biden and Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced plans to invest $3.2 billion in energy efficiency and conservation projects in U.S …

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

Secretary Chu Dedicates World's Most Powerful X-ray Laser

Recovery Act Funded Project to Transform Scientific Research Washington, D.C. - U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu today dedicated the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS), the world's first and most powerful X-ray laser, at the Department of Energy…

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

Obama Administration Announces Additional $31,449,200 for Local Energy Efficiency Improvements in South Carolina

Block Grants to Support Jobs, Cut Energy Bills, and Increase Energy Independence WASHINGTON - Vice President Joe Biden and Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced plans to invest $3.2 billion in energy efficiency and conservation projects in U.S …

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Published on November 9, 2010 - 11:13 GMT

Obama Administration Announces Additional $52,295,100 for Local Energy Efficiency Improvements in Maryland

Block Grants to Support Jobs, Cut Energy Bills, and Increase Energy Independence WASHINGTON - Vice President Joe Biden and Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced plans to invest $3.2 billion in energy efficiency and conservation projects in U.S …

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Department of Energy Announces Accelerator Symposium

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- On Monday, October 26, the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science will host a Symposium on Accelerators for America's Future in Washington, DC. The symposium--drawing participants from science, industry, medicine, …

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Department of Energy Cites Bechtel Jacobs for Classified Information Security and Worker Safety and Health Violations

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Department of Energy (DOE) today issued two Preliminary Notices of Violation (PNOV) to Bechtel Jacobs Company, LLC (BJC) as part of an ongoing effort to ensure DOE contractors maintain a safe and healthy workplace for employees …

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Department of Energy Awards $338 Million to Accelerate Domestic Geothermal Energy

Innovative geothermal projects are funded in support of project deployment, technology development, and data collection WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu today announced up to $338 million in Recovery Act funding for …

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Deputy Secretary Poneman Announces Team led by Oak Ridge National Lab Selected to Receive up to $122 Million for Nuclear Energy ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - As part of a broad effort to spur innovation and achieve clean energy breakthroughs, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy Daniel Poneman today announced the selection of a team led by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) for an award of …

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University of Central Florida Students' Energy Saving Work Showcased in New Department of Energy Video

Washington, DC - The U.S. Department of Energy today released a new video encouraging college students to help America save energy, save money and cut pollution. The video highlights the work of students at the University of Central Florida in …

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Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Commencement Address Secretary Steven Chu Thursday, June 18, 2009 President Henderson, members of the Board of Trustees, faculty, family, friends, and, especially the new graduates, I am very pleased …

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Secretary Chu honors America's Nuclear Security Workers

Remarks highlight past service, current accomplishments WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu today addressed America's nuclear security workers and thanked them for their service to the nation. Secretary Chu's remarks, …

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Secretaries Donovan and Chu Announce Partnership to Help Working Families Weatherize Their Homes

HUD-DOE Agreement Will Help Spur a New Industry to Create Jobs for the Middle Class Philadelphia, PA - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Steven Chu today …

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Chu Issues Call to Action on Carbon Capture and Storage

The attached letter from U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu was delivered today to Energy Ministers and other attendees of the Carbon Sequestration Leadership Forum in London, where Secretary Chu is speaking on Monday and Tuesday. For questions, …

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Department of Energy to Take Steps to Remove ENERGY STAR Label on Certain LG Refrigerator-Freezer Models

Action to Protect American Consumers, ENERGY STAR® Brand Washington, DC - The Department of Energy announced today that as part of the expanded enforcement efforts under the ENERGY STAR® program, effective January 2, 2010, certain LG French-door …

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Obama-Biden Administration Announces More Than $109.4 Million in Weatherization Funding and Energy Efficiency Grants for South ...

Part of nearly $8 billion in Recovery Act funding for energy efficiency efforts nationwide that will create 100,000 jobs and cut energy bills for families Washington DC -- Vice President Joe Biden and Energy Secretary Chu today announced South …

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Secretaries Chu and Locke to Travel to China Next Week

Pair will focus on clean energy jobs and technology WASHINGTON -- Energy Secretary Steven Chu and Commerce Secretary Gary Locke will travel to China from July 14 to 17. The two secretaries will highlight the tremendous potential for mutually …

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