Leading Energy Research & Innovation

Our world-class research programs are advancing the frontiers of energy science and technology. Join our faculty and students in solving the world's most pressing energy challenges.

$5M+ Annual Funding50+ Active Projects100+ Publications/Year25+ Industry Partners

Research Focus Areas

Cutting-edge research across key energy disciplines

Advanced Solar Technologies

Developing next-generation photovoltaic materials and systems for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

$1.2M Funding

8 Active Projects

23 Publications

Research Highlights

Breakthrough in perovskite solar cell stability
Partnership with National Renewable Energy Laboratory
15% efficiency improvement in prototype panels
3 patents filed in advanced materials

Lead Faculty

Dr. Sarah MitchellDr. Michael Chen

Smart Grid & Energy Storage

Optimizing electrical grid systems and developing advanced energy storage solutions for renewable integration.

$950K Funding

6 Active Projects

18 Publications

Research Highlights

Smart grid algorithms deployed in 5 cities
Battery management system with 30% longer life
Grid stability improvements of 25%
Collaboration with major utility companies

Lead Faculty

Dr. Robert ThompsonDr. Aisha Patel

Wind Energy Systems

Advancing wind turbine technology and offshore wind farm development for maximum energy capture.

$800K Funding

5 Active Projects

15 Publications

Research Highlights

New turbine blade design increases output by 12%
Offshore wind assessment for 3 coastal regions
Reduced maintenance costs through predictive analytics
Partnership with leading turbine manufacturers

Lead Faculty

Dr. Elena Kowalski

Energy Policy & Economics

Analyzing energy markets, policy impacts, and economic models for sustainable energy transitions.

$650K Funding

7 Active Projects

21 Publications

Research Highlights

Policy recommendations adopted by 2 state governments
Economic impact analysis of renewable incentives
Carbon pricing mechanism optimization
International energy transition modeling

Lead Faculty

Dr. James Rodriguez

World-Class Research Facilities

State-of-the-art laboratories and testing centers

Solar Energy Laboratory

State-of-the-art facility for testing and developing photovoltaic systems

Key Equipment

Solar simulators
Spectral response analyzers
Environmental chambers
IV curve tracers

Wind Energy Testing Center

Advanced wind tunnel and turbine testing capabilities

Key Equipment

Wind tunnel facility
Turbine test stands
Vibration analysis systems
Data acquisition systems

Energy Storage Research Lab

Comprehensive battery and energy storage testing facility

Key Equipment

Battery cyclers
Electrochemical workstations
Thermal chambers
Safety testing equipment

Smart Grid Simulation Center

Real-time grid simulation and control systems testing

Key Equipment

Grid simulators
SCADA systems
Power quality analyzers
Communication test equipment

Research Partnerships

Collaborating with leading institutions and industry partners

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Federal Research Partnership

Department of Energy

Funding Agency

Tesla Energy

Industry Collaboration

General Electric Renewable Energy

Technology Partnership

California Energy Commission

Policy Research

MIT Energy Initiative

Academic Collaboration

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