What does the national laboratories do?

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Do you know the National Labs?

Many people live very close to one of the Energy Department's 17 National Labs and don't even know it. After checking out our new National Labs map, you won’t be one of these people. The National Labs are charged with developing science and technology to further our nation's energy sector, and conducting research that spurs greater innovation.

How many national laboratories are there?

Although the national laboratories form an integrated system, each of them has its individual mission, capabilities, and structure. The Department of Energy executes the research to support its missions through 17 national laboratories. The chart shows the nature of the research done at each laboratory.

What is the Energy Department's 17 national labs?

The Energy Department's 17 National Labs tackle the critical scientific challenges of our time -- from combating climate change to discovering the origins of our universe -- and possess unique instruments and facilities, many of which are found nowhere else in the world.

What is a DOE National Laboratory?

The primary mission of the DOE national laboratories is to conduct research and development (R&D) addressing national priorities: energy and climate, the environment, national security, and health.

Where are NOAA Laboratories located?

The laboratories and their field stations are located across the country and around the world. Located in NOAA Headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland, our six Program Offices select, fund, and manage high-priority, competitive research that includes assessments, decision support, outreach, education, and capacity building activities.