U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Social Media
EERE offers various ways for you to connect with us and share information on energy efficiency and renewable energy with your own social media networks. The following social media applications are available:
RSS
Blogs
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube
Widgets
Social Bookmarking
RSS
RSS, or Really Simple Syndication, allows you to track EERE news and other updates in your RSS reader.
See the full list of EERE's RSS feeds.
Blogs
Blogs allow writers to share personal insights on topics related to EERE, while readers can comment and discuss the topic covered in the blog post. You can join the conversation by reading and commenting on EERE's blogs.
Energy Blog
The Energy Blog includes entries from many voices across the Department of Energy, offering unique perspectives on DOE's mission, work, and why it matters to you.
Energy Saver Blog
The Energy Savers Blog covers consumer information on energy efficiency and renewable technologies at home, on the road, and in the workplace. This blog supports the EnergySaver.gov Web site.
Building Envelope and Windows R&D Program Blog
The Building Envelope and Windows R&D Program Blog is your resource for the most up-to-date information concerning the R&D program, with updates on activities ranging from Cool Roofs to the Windows Volume Purchase Program. This forum engages program stakeholders for feedback on program activities and reports, as well as provides information on upcoming meetings and workshops.
Bulletin Board of Lessons Learned
This page is your resource for information on how EERE is monitoring its portfolio of Recovery Act projects, with updates on monitoring activities ranging from construction-site visits to improved monitoring processes. The forum is a place to learn about EERE's work monitoring financial assistance awarded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, including best practices uncovered and lessons learned.
National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition Blog
The National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition blog covers news and events related to the National and Regional Business Plan Competition. The blog provides the latest news on the upcoming Competition and stories about previous years' competitors.
Solar Decathlon News Blog
The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon News Blog provides regular updates about Solar Decathlon news and events.
EERE on Facebook
Connect with the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy on Facebook for the latest news and information from EERE.
Energy Saver on Facebook
Energy Saver connects with consumers on Facebook to discuss ways to save energy and money at home.
Solar Decathlon on Facebook
U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon shares regular Facebook updates about Solar Decathlon and encourages users to share their own thoughts.
Energy Codes on Facebook
The Building Energy Codes Program shares information on Facebook to promote stronger building energy codes and and help states adopt, implement, and enforce those codes.
Bioenergy Knowledge Discovery Framework
Discover the power of bioenergy through an interface that provides extensive access to research data and literature, GIS mapping tools, and collaborative networks.
Solar Decathlon on Twitter
U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon shares regular Twitter updates about Solar Decathlon.
YouTube
U.S. Department of Energy on YouTube
DOE's YouTube channel offers videos from across the department, including the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
Solar Decathlon on YouTube
U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon shares video from and about the competition that challenges 20 collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and attractive.
Building Energy Codes Program on YouTube
The Building Energy Codes Program shares videos from conferences, webcasts, and trainings related to energy codes.
Clean Cities on YouTube
The Clean Cities YouTube channel features videos about the Clean Cities program, alternative fuels, advanced vehicles, and successful Clean Cities transportation projects.
Widgets and Gadgets
Widgets and gadgets are small bits of information that you can place on your own Web site, blog, or social networking site. By copying the widget code into your own site, your readers will automatically see when we update the information in that widget. The following widgets and gadgets are available:
Energy Savers Blog WidgetShare headlines from entries on the Energy Savers Blog. |
Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency WidgetSearch the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency for incentives in your state or territory. |
EERE News WidgetShare headlines about energy efficiency and renewable energy news and events. |
Weekly Seasonal Energy Saving TipDisplay a new tip for seasonal energy savings each week. The widget tips change with the seasons. |
Financial Opportunities WidgetDisplay the latest solicitations posted on the EERE Web site. |
EERE Projects WidgetLearn about state projects funded by the Office of EERE. |
Startup AmericaFind opportunities to license technologies from the U.S. Department of Energy's national laboratories. |
SunShot Resource Center WidgetShare questions and answers that help local governments implement solar. |
Vehicle Cost Calculator WidgetCalculate the annual fuel cost and greenhouse gas emissions for alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles. |
Alternative Fueling Station LocatorUse the embed function on the station locator to add this tool to your website. You can customize the height and width, as well as set a default fuel type and search area. |
EERE Office Plans, Implementation, and Results PublicationsDisplays the latest and most popular publications related to plans, implementation, and results from the EERE Technology Offices. This widget is currently available for the Geothermal Technologies Office (see below) as well as for Wind, Water, and Fuel Cell Technologies. |
Teach and Learn WidgetSearch for energy-related lesson plans, labs, projects, and other activities for grades K–12. |
Social Bookmarking
Several EERE sites, including News and EnergySavers.gov, offer you the ability to share links with your friends on various social networks. Just click on the "Share" or "Bookmark" button on the page you want to share.
Some of the sites listed may require you to register and log in. The sites included are common social networks used throughout the Web; EERE does not endorse any of these sites.
