Energy Science and Technology Directorate

Delivering breakthroughs for a secure energy future

The Energy Science and Technology Directorate (ESTD) plays a pivotal role in securing America’s energy future. Our researchers deliver breakthroughs in energy from generation to distribution and storage to end use in support of Department of Energy missions. ESTD offers a unique culture of entrepreneurship for translating science into solutions for the most critical problems facing the country at the nexus of energy and security.

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Science with Impact

The Energy Science and Technology Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory has a longstanding legacy of driving groundbreaking research that transforms innovative concepts into real-world technologies.

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Focus Areas

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Advanced Manufacturing

Cutting-edge technologies to support US manufacturers.

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Building Technologies

Advanced and affordable solutions for buildings of the future.

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Grid & Electrification

Solutions for secure and resilient energy infrastructure systems.

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Transportation Technologies

Technologies to advance a range of mobility options across the nation.

Facilities

BTRIC

Building Technologies Research & Integration Center

CFTF

Carbon Fiber Technologies Facility

MDF

Manufacturing Demonstration Facility

NTRC

National Transportation Research Center

Opportunities

Through strategic partnerships, STEM outreach, and workforce development, Oak Ridge National Laboratory is driving innovation-based economic growth and opportunity while developing the next generation of scientific leaders.

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Robert M Wagner, director of ESTD

“Our researchers focus on supporting America’s drive toward a flexible and secure energy future. We use one-of-a-kind comprehensive capabilities to deliver maximum impact solutions for the grid, buildings, transportation and manufacturing to help the United States reach its energy goals.”

Robert M Wagner
Associate Laboratory Director, Energy Science and Technology Directorate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory