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Testing Underway at Renovated Wastewater Load-in Station at Hanford

News Release: RICHLAND, Wash. - EM Office of River Protection (ORP) tank operations contractor Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) recently began testing the renovated load-in station at the Effluent Treatment Facility (ETF) to ensure operational readiness. This is another step in preparing to treat tank waste on the Hanford Site.


EM Workers, Beekeeper Relocate Bees Creating Buzz at Idaho Site

News Release: IDAHO FALLS, Idaho - Alert employees teamed up with a regional beekeeper to save thousands of honeybees that recently took up residence at an Idaho National Laboratory (INL) Site facility and protect members of the workforce from potential, painful stings. Employees with EM contractor Idaho Environmental...


SRS Demonstrates New Safety Method for Radiological Construction Areas

News Release: AIKEN, S.C. - EM recently demonstrated an innovative method that is a win for all involved - improving worker safety, reducing construction costs and minimizing radiological waste generation at the Savannah River Site (SRS).



Summer Interns Bring Unique Perspectives to Oak Ridge Cleanup

News Release: OAK RIDGE, Tenn. - With a significant percentage of employees eligible for retirement in the next decade, the Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM) and its contractor UCOR are focused on initiatives that will bring interns and graduates into the workforce to learn from experienced personnel before they retire.


Biden-Harris Administration Invests $25 Million to Expand Weatherization Assistance Program and Cut Costs for More Americans

Release: As Part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda, Funding Supports Weatherization Demonstration Projects That Will Drive America’s Transition to a Clean Energy Economy


BOST2 Hydroelectric LLC; Notice of Surrender of Preliminary Permit discussed on June 27 by Energy Department

The US Energy Department published a one page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Energy Department discusses Application for Authorization To Export Electric Energy; Elektron Power LLC on June 27

The US Energy Department published a two page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Firstlight MA Hydro LLC; Northfield Mountain LLC; Notice of Settlement Agreement and Soliciting Comments discussed on June 27 by Energy Department

The US Energy Department published a one page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Energy Department discusses Application for Renewal of Authorization To Export Electric Energy; ALLETE, Inc., d/b/a Minnesota Power on June 27

The US Energy Department published a two page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Doing Business at Savannah River Site: Companies Learn About Contract Process

News Release: AIKEN, S.C. - EM contractor Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) recently supported the Savannah River Federal Business Opportunities Forum, a two-day event held in North Augusta, South Carolina.


Application for Authorization to Export Electric Energy; Direct Energy Business Marketing, LLC discussed on June 27 by Energy Department

The US Energy Department published a one page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Energy Department discusses Combined Notice of Filings on June 27

The US Energy Department published a two page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Green Mountain Power Corporation; Notice Soliciting Scoping Comments discussed on June 27 by Energy Department

The US Energy Department published a two page notice on June 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Fishing Challenge Draws Professional Anglers to Savannah River Site

News Release: AIKEN, S.C. - Bragging rights weren’t the only thing on the line last month during the 7th Ultimate Fishing Challenge held on Savannah River Site (SRS). Twenty-six military veterans and mobility impaired anglers were paired with experienced fishing escorts from SRS and the broader local community to...



Waste Generator Workshop Returns to Las Vegas

News Release: Representatives from across the DOE complex gathered in Las Vegas earlier this year to attend the Waste Generator Workshop.


WIPP Moves Closer to Finishing Buildings for New Ventilation System

News Release: CARLSBAD, N.M. - Progress on the Safety Significant Confinement Ventilation System at EM ’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) continues, with crews rapidly approaching the completion of construction of its buildings.