[ARCHIVED] Office of Energy Justice and Equity

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is one of courage and the determination to pursue equality, opportunity, and justice for all. We honor his memory by keeping his mission and work alive.

I'm making my 10th and final visit to Puerto Rico as Energy Secretary. It’s been a heartfelt experience traveling across the island meeting with community members and local leaders. I am proud of the progress the Biden Administration has made and am hopeful that the progress will continue ensuring Puerto Rico has the modernized, resilient grid it deserves.

Happy New Year to all 🎊 It’s time to plug in to 2025.

Happy New Year 🎉 We've made incredible progress this year to ensure our energy future shines bright. From creating jobs and deploying clean energy to making consumer savings more accessible—this year marks one of America’s best chapters in advancing climate solutions.

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy made the single LARGEST investment in industrial decarbonization in American history. Here are our top funding announcements under the Biden-Harris Administration to support industrial innovation ↓ 🏭$6 Billion to Transform America’s Industrial Sector - 33 projects across 20 states will focus on the highest emitting industries where decarbonization technologies will have the greatest impact, including aluminum, cement and concrete, chemicals and refining, steel, and more. - Nearly 80% of the projects are located in a disadvantaged community, as defined by President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, offering a significant opportunity to invest in good jobs and clean air in communities that have experienced years of divestment. 💨 $518 Million for Commercial Large-Scale Carbon Storage Infrastructure - 23 projects across 19 states that will help reduce CO2 emissions from industrial operations, power plants, and legacy emissions in the atmosphere. The funding will hep ensure that carbon storage projects are designed, built, and operated safely and responsibly across all phases of development. 📉 $850 Million to Reduce Methane Pollution from the Oil & Gas Sector - Along with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) we announced approximately $850M to help small oil and gas operators, Tribes, and other entities across the country to reduce, monitor, measure, and quantify methane emissions from the oil and gas sector. These aren’t just dollars out the door. Each investment has laid the groundwork for America’s clean energy future and to tangibly cut greenhouse gas emissions. https://lnkd.in/e82dUhAH

⚡⚡ When we prioritize communities, great things happen! ⚡ ⚡ The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s #EJE is committed to providing underserved, low-income communities and families with the ability to take part in America’s energy system. What community-led clean energy initiative inspires you? 👇🏾 #2024 #YearinReview

Habari Gani to all who are celebrating Kwanzaa. May this time be filled with reflection, unity, and community.

Happy Hanukkah 🕎 Chag Sameach to everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights. May the warmth of the menorah bring hope and joy to you and your loved ones this Hanukkah.

Happy holidays to all ✨ As we all wrap up 2024, may your days be filled with warmth, happiness, and good energy.

Join us as we celebrate the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s #EJE accomplishments in 2024! This year, we introduced the Regional Energy Democracy Initiative to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of DOE funding; launched a program connecting university faculty with our #NatLabs; implemented policies to ensure that the DOE workforce resembles the American population; and hosted our third annual Justice Week event! Learn more about our impact. #YearInReview #2024