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News and Feature Stories
The following news stories take an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at how NLR is leading energy systems innovation and integration.
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April 2026
Put a (Roof) Coat on—It Is Hot Out There
In first rooftop demo, a startup, investors, and researchers test roof coating’s potential to cool, protect, and lower energy bills for a New Jersey warehouse.
New Material Sprouts From Fast-Growing Crop
A startup, farmers, and NLR are growing a more durable, recyclable epoxy for snowboards, energy infrastructure, and more.
The Fast Lane: 3 Ways To Get More Critical Minerals, Now
Companies need critical minerals for electronics, medical equipment, crops, and more. These three techniques (and others) could make some easier to get.
AI-Guided Electron Microscope Provides Unique Glimpse Into the World of MXenes
By closing the knowledge gap regarding a particular class of materials called MXenes, newly published research can enable the scale-up of technologies that rely on the ultrathin 2D crystalline structures.
2026 Industry Growth Forum: ‘All Systems Go’ as Advanced Energy Innovation Startups Pitch to Investors
At the 2026 Industry Growth Forum, eight startups earned awards as leading innovators in energy systems integration.
National Laboratory of the Rockies Unveils New Logo
Today, the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) unveiled a new logo, one that aligns with the laboratory’s new namesake, adopted in December 2025.
Office of Science Awards Lukas Dahlin Early Career Research Honor
Lukas Dahlin becomes only the seventh researcher from NLR so recognized during the 15-year history of the program, which is limited to those within 10 years of having earned their doctoral degree.
March 2026
New Analysis Details How Air Traffic Control Towers Can Maintain Operations During Grid Outages
NLR tools, metrics, and a new guidebook can help the Federal Aviation Administration plan for reliability-increasing technologies.
Why Use Living Cells? NLR Is Making Chemicals With Enzymes Alone
Researchers address technical challenges for “cell-free” biomanufacturing—which could reduce costs of bio-based chemicals.
Accomplished Researcher Recognized by Major Industry Association for Leadership in Biofuels Research
NLR’s Robert McCormick won a Growth Energy TOBI Award recognizing his long history of technical achievements.
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Last Updated Jan. 22, 2026