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About INL

As one of 17 national labs in the U.S. Department of Energy complex, Idaho National Laboratory is home to researchers and support staff focused on innovations in nuclear research, renewable energy systems and security solutions that are changing the world.

From discoveries in advanced nuclear energy options and to protecting our nation’s most critical infrastructure assets, our talented team at INL is constantly pushing the limits to redefine what’s possible.

INL Overview

INL innovations help address America’s energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.

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Energy Innovation Laboratory

The 148,000-sqft Energy Innovation Laboratory offers three stories of modern, open-floor laboratory space and flexible, state-of-the-art lab tools, equipment and resources.

Energy Technology Proving Ground

Driving demonstration-scale solutions that solve global energy challenges.

Experimental Breeder Reactor-I

The Experimental Breeder Reactor-I (EBR-I) is a Registered National Historic Landmark located at Idaho National Laboratory off U.S. Highway 20/26.

Idaho National Laboratory

The birthplace of nuclear power, Idaho National Laboratory’s 890-square-mile site, large-scale infrastructure, and research facilities are unique assets enabling energy and security research, development, and demonstration at scale.

Idaho’s 52 Reactors

Since 1949, 52 reactors have been built and operated on INL’s 890-square-mile site.

INL Emergency Public Information

Idaho National Laboratory’s Emergency Public Information Program provides accurate information for the news media, employees and the public during an emergency event.

INL Facilities

Idaho National Laboratory consists of an 890-square-mile area in southeastern Idaho often referred to as the “INL Site,” as well as laboratories and administrative buildings located approximately 35 miles to the east in the city of Idaho Falls.

INL Overview

INL innovations help address America’s energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.

INL Ten Year Site Plan, 2015-2025

INL's mission is to discover, demonstrate, and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options, and critical infrastructure.

Performing Work at Idaho National Laboratory

INL is one of the U.S. Department of Energy’s national laboratories and is the nation’s lead laboratory for nuclear energy research, development and demonstration.

Proving the Principle

A History of the Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory.

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U.S. Department of Energy

Battelle Energy Alliance manages INL for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Nuclear Energy

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