Keeping the nation’s lights on is no small job. The grid we take for granted involves large, expensive equipment, most notably power transformers. If one goes down, it can take...
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Fire Department is preparing for the 2025 wildland fire season. Before each summer fire season, the department reviews its procedures and...
Camp Buehring, a United States military base nestled in northern Kuwait just 20 miles from the Iraqi border, faces a challenge: there are no wells, rivers or other easily accessible...
(IDAHO FALLS, Idaho) — The State of Idaho and the U.S. Department of Energy have agreed to a targeted waiver of the 1995 Settlement Agreement. The agreement established milestones to...
(IDAHO FALLS, Idaho) — The Idaho National Laboratory invites local K-12 students and their families to attend Digital Discovery Night, a new STEM education event focused on computer science, cybersecurity...
When constructing or updating a hydropower facility, operators face a daunting array of turbine technology choices. The wrong decision can lead to costly delays and reduced profits, while choosing the...
GAIN and NASEO help states fast-track nuclear energy development Eleven governors and their state energy offices are putting out ready-for-business signs to advanced nuclear energy developers under an initiative that...
While Joy Morin was an undergraduate intern at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), she discovered her interest in developing nuclear fuels and technology. Her mentor recommended she pursue a graduate...
To meet energy demands and reestablish the nation’s energy dominance, U.S. companies are developing several types of advanced reactors. One type of advanced reactor, a molten salt reactor, uses fuels...
The Idaho National Laboratory is hosting three summer camp programs this summer, STEM Scholars, CyberCore and STEM Leaders in Training. These programs are free and learning materials are provided. Registration...
(IDAHO FALLS, Idaho) – The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking an industry sponsor to invest $5 million to $10 million in a privately funded innovation incubator. This program will...
Everyday life depends on a robust infrastructure network that provides access to running water, communications technology and electricity, among other basic necessities. The experts who keep our national infrastructure secure...
Data centers are one of the fastest growing areas of America’s technology sector. These massive warehouses of servers make some of today’s most important technical achievements possible, such as the...
Hydropower is a reliable source of energy. However, the inconsistent nature of water flows and electricity demand often challenges hydropower operators and reduces revenue. To address these challenges, the Idaho...
(IDAHO FALLS, Idaho) – The Idaho National Laboratory and its employees are proud to announce a contribution of $575,750 to the United Way and its partner agencies in 2024. This...
A cutting-edge project to test “fusion blanket” technologies is taking shape, with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) leading the charge to create a critical component of a fusion reactor. This...
When it comes to cybersecurity research, the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and Idaho have a relationship that dates back to the 1990s and was hallmarked in 2019 with the opening...
After five years of trying to find the right ingredients, scientists at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) believe they have created the perfect recipe to fuel the world’s first critical...
The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and the state of Florida are collaborating on an innovative cybersecurity initiative aimed at protecting Florida’s water infrastructure from cyber threats. This effort will create...
Ten years ago, the U.S. Department of Energy announced a landmark initiative to boost innovation in nuclear energy development by using the technical expertise of the nation’s energy laboratories. The...
The Idaho National Laboratory has long benefited from employees who also serve as National Guard and Reserve members. Three lab employees were recently recognized for their efforts to support colleagues...
Seventy-five years ago, the sweeping landscape of the Idaho desert over the Snake River Aquifer was a land of sagebrush, brown grass and lava rock. Today, the desert site facilities...
(IDAHO FALLS, Idaho) — The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) crossed another milestone in developing the MARVEL microreactor this month when Battelle Energy Alliance launched the effort to fabricate the reactor’s...
As the traditional season of giving winds down, a few generous souls continue to serve those in need. Idaho National Laboratory (INL) employee Kris Egan of Rigby and his family...