U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Solar Energy Technologies Program

Information Resources

We've organized links and information on solar energy technologies to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for. These sources cover the technology areas of concentrating solar power, solar electricity (or photovoltaics), and solar heating and lighting.

Publications

Search for and review Solar Program newsletters, Program multi-year plans and other solar publications using the Solar product library.

National Laboratory Resources

Searchable databases to access research reports, journal articles, and other publications on solar technologies.

Animations

View a short animation of how a solar cell works to produce electricity from the sun.

Meetings and Workshops

Access information on upcoming and past workshops and meetings for the Solar Energy Technologies Program.

Photographs

Find images that show various solar technologies being researched, produced, and used.

Related Links

Peruse an extensive compilation of links to information on solar energy, renewable energy, energy efficiency, financing, news sources, and products and services.