Section 18611 - Sense of Congress on accelerating energy innovationIt is the sense of Congress that-
(1) although important progress has been made in cost reduction and deployment of clean energy technologies, accelerating clean energy innovation will help meet critical competitiveness, energy security, and environmental goals;(2) accelerating the pace of clean energy innovation in the United States calls for-(A) supporting existing research and development programs at the Department and the world-class National Laboratories;(B) exploring and developing new pathways for innovators, investors, and decision-makers to leverage the resources of the Department for addressing the challenges and comparative strengths of geographic regions; and(C) recognizing the financial constraints of the Department, regularly reviewing clean energy programs to ensure that taxpayer investments are maximized;(3) the energy supply, demand, policies, markets, and resource options of the United States vary by geographic region;(4) a regional approach to innovation can bridge the gaps between local talent, institutions, and industries to identify opportunities and convert United States investment into domestic companies; and(5) Congress, the Secretary, and energy industry participants should advance efforts that promote international, domestic, and regional cooperation on the research and development of energy innovations that-(A) provide clean, affordable, and reliable energy for everyone;(B) promote economic growth;(C) are critical for energy security; and(D) are sustainable without government support. Pub. L. 115-246, title I, §103, Sept. 28, 2018, 132 Stat. 3131. - Department
- The term "Department" means the Department of Energy.
- Secretary
- the term "Secretary" means- (A) the Secretary of Education for purposes of subtitle A (other than section 3201),(B) the Secretary of Agriculture for purposes of the amendments made by section 3201, and(C) the Secretary of Health and Human Services for purposes of subtitle B,