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NREL — Keeping Up with the Rapidly Growing Wind Industry

Wind energy — it's the fastest growing electricity-generating technology in the world. And thanks to the successful research and development partnerships between industry and DOE's Wind Program at NREL and Sandia National Laboratories, it's breaking U.S. records as well.  Full Story

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High School Teacher Recognized for Renewable Energy Curriculum

November 17, 2005

Agreement Establishes Energy-Efficient Home Collaboration

October 31, 2005

NREL to Receive R&D Awards at Annual Awards Ceremony

October 19, 2005

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Palm Springs, CA

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Boston, MA

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