Partner With Us

NREL works with large and small organizations to develop research partnerships, license NREL technologies, support energy stakeholders, and accelerate energy innovation and systems integration.

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Our Partners

See how NREL is accelerating the transition of advanced energy technologies to the marketplace through partnerships with commercial and noncommercial organizations.

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Strategic Public-Private Partnerships

NREL develops multiyear collaborations with governments, communities, utilities, and industry leaders to implement meaningful solutions for tomorrow’s energy landscape.

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Programs for Entrepreneurs

Fast-track your startup's success by connecting with NREL's network of investors, foundations, and industry partners.

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University Partnerships Program

See how we combine scientific knowledge with state-of-the-art facilities to research and deploy energy technologies.

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Technology Licensing

License NREL's award-winning energy technologies.

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Partnership Process

Leverage NREL's research capabilities to develop and deploy energy solutions through a technology partnership agreement.

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Supply Goods and Services

Support NREL's work by providing essential products and services to the laboratory and its team.

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