February 2026
Could a New Kind of Data Center Give Back to the Grid?
Data center company Verrus recently partnered with experts at the National Laboratory of the Rockies to investigate whether their more grid-friendly data center design was ready for the real world.
Remote Control: Rural Alaska Communities Seek Nuanced Solutions to Energy System Challenges
As case studies in a report show, integrating local energy sources in remote Alaska communities can be successful with proper planning, workforce training, and control systems.
Evaluating Mixed Energy Resources To Meet Dynamic Power Demand of Data Centers
Researchers show how firm and fast-response power can serve large loads.
From Life Events to Travel Trends, DEMOS Tool Brings Demographic Realism to Transportation Modeling
Researchers at NLR developed DEMOS, a demographic microsimulator that fills a critical gap in transportation modeling by accounting for major life transitions that shape population dynamics and mobility patterns.
How To Crack the Wave Energy Code
MODAQ 2 offers marine energy developers the data they need—reliably collected in a scalable platform that is ready for the ocean.
Will Water-Powered Microgrids Work in the Real World?
National Laboratory of the Rockies webinar series will highlight how researchers test and de-risk marine energy microgrid technologies in the lab.
Could Light Be Used To Drive Enzymes for Efficient Ammonia Production?
Nanocrystal–nitrogenase biohybrids harvest light to reduce N₂ gas. Abundant high-energy electrons are essential.
January 2026
Lessons in Chemistry From a ‘Healthily Stubborn’ Engineer
Meet Paul Meyer in the latest Manufacturing Masterminds Q&A.
From Airports to Elementary Schools, New Examples of Geothermal Heating and Cooling Sites Emerge
The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Geothermal has published five new case studies on a variety of geothermal heating and cooling applications.
Early-Career Spotlight: From Coast to Lab: How Melissa Kreider Found Her Element
Driven by curiosity and impactful scientific discovery, Melissa Kreider focuses her research at NLR on advancing electrochemical materials and systems, involving fabrication, characterization, data analysis, collaboration, mentoring, and storytelling.
52 Energy Startups Secure a Spot in 2026 Industry Growth Forum Pitch Competition
The finalists have been selected, and the stage is set for the National Laboratory of the Rockies 2026 Industry Growth Forum (IGF) Pitch Competition.
From Beta to Data: Marine Energy Analysis Tool Is Now Stable and Ready
A team of national laboratory researchers recently released version 1.0 of the Marine Hydrokinetic Toolkit (MHKiT).
NLR and Blip Energy Collaborate on Smart Home Battery System
Drop-in solution benefits from laboratory expertise through Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator to cut electric bills and strengthen grid reliability.
NLR Advances Battery-Free Power for Remote Maritime Sensors and Navigation Aids
Temperature difference between water and air drives magnetic phase transition.
2025 US Geothermal Market Report Documents Industry Growth
National Laboratory of the Rockies analysis finds growth across geothermal sectors from technological advancements, investments, and new applications like data centers and grid support.
Kai Zhu Named Fellow of Materials Research Society
Zhu is the fourth person from the National Laboratory of the Rockies to be named an MRS fellow.
Nora Riedinger's Path to Ocean Power
Early in college, Nora Riedinger knew she wanted a career in energy. But which kind of energy? Each had its own fascinating engineering conundrums to unravel and solve. How to decide?
NLR Showcases Integrated Transportation Research at Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting
Research takes a whole-system, data-driven approach to mobility challenges.
With Inverters, an Island Adapts to Changing Physics of Power Grids
The National Laboratory of the Rockies helps Kauai tap into a new source of strength that can stop electric oscillations.
Can New Synthetic Fuels Propel Commercial Aircraft?
NLR’s advanced computing tools could clear the runway for synthetic jet fuel innovation.
Last Updated April 28, 2026