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The periodic table’s second element is used in the manufacture of mirochips and operation of MRIs, among many other products. But the rest of the world is facing a major shortage.

“Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal talks with the CEO of Radiant Nuclear about trying to make portable microreactors for data centers, military bases, and more.

This week the DOE announced a $20 million grant to partially finance this new manufacturing facility. It’s part of an emerging EV battery reuse ecosystem.

Household appliances like refrigerators and washing machines would use a lot more energy if not for efficiency standards.

The funding aims to cut the cost of cleaner manufacturing in industries like food, paper and chemicals.

Last week, the Department of Energy said scientists had ignited a fusion reaction that created more energy than was needed to sustain it. 

The Department of Energy is announcing Tuesday that scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have had a major scientific breakthrough.

A utilities trade group has asked the Biden administration to help boost the supply.

A Department of Energy study out today shows that the U.S. has the potential to power 40% of its electricity needs with solar power.

Dan Brouillette served under the previous secretary in a deputy role