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Our research addresses the most pressing scientific challenges of our time. From developing strategies to improve adaptability to the weather, to improving the robustness of our nation's infrastructure, to supporting abundant energy solutions, our research has real-world impact across sectors.
Our Divisions
Our researchers are organized into three research Divisions, which are dedicated to science and delivering results that are tangible. Our Divisions host expertise and facilities and foster partnership to bring energy solutions to the world.
Latest News
UC Names Katherine Yelick to Head Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
May-05-26
On May 5th, the University of California Board of Regents approved Katherine Yelick as the next director of Lawrence Ber...
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Improving U.S. Industrial Competitiveness and Productivity
Mar-12-26
Three projects led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) are among those selected as part of a $155 mi...
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Remembering Paul Berdahl, 1945–2026
Mar-04-26
Paul Berdahl, a retired staff scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (LBNL), passed away February 5, 2026 in Walnut...
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Recent Publications
Less, Brennan, and Iain S Walker."Characterizing peak electricity demand for U.S. households: an assessment of end-use loads and demand factors."Applied Energy
410 (2026) 127422. DOI
Pereira, Guillermo, Paul De Martini, Arthur Mallet Dias, and Lisa C Schwartz."Distribution System Plan Template and Guide for Electric Utilities for Adaptation by States and Utilities."
(2026).
Wiser, Ryan H, Galen L Barbose, Peter Cappers, Will Gorman, Sean Murphy, Lisa C Schwartz, Natalie Mims Frick, Guillermo Pereira, Arthur Mallet Dias, Jessalyn Chuang, and Vinita Srinivasan."Electric Utility Distribution Costs: Scoping Study on Trends, Drivers, and Possible Response Strategies."
(2026).