University of Maryland Energy Research Center, University of Maryland

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The Need

Our quality of life, standard of living and national security depend on energy. A strong, balanced energy research program, based on the most efficient use of our natural resources while minimizing our dependence on imported energy, is critical to Maryland and the U.S.

Addressing the Need

The University of Maryland Energy Research Center brings together the research capabilities necessary to create a sustainable energy future, with faculty expertise in both energy technology and policy.

Announcements

UMERC Director, Advanced Fuel Cell technology featured in MIT's Technology Review

Watershed 2011 University of Maryland Wins 2011 Solar Decathlon. WaterShed, the University's entry to the US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011, was awarded First Place, after consistently leading in the standings throughout the competition. More»

Solar Decathlon - Watershed:
Take a virtual tour of the 2011 UM Solar Decathlon house, Watershed

Watch Grand Opening Webcast

Watch Dr. Majumdar's seminar

Download Dr. Majumdar's Presentation [pdf]

UMERC News

Tuned Synthesis of Novel Polymer Gives Alkaline Fuel Cells New Potential More»

ACC $100K Clean Energy Challenge Open for Business (Ideas) More»

Clark School Creates Master's in Cybersecurity Engineering Targeted at High-Tech Professionals More»

Upcoming Events

Canceled: MSE Seminar
January 27, 2012, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. More»

Increasing Diversity in the Physical Sciences
January 27, 2012, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. More»

MechE Seminar Dr. Jin-Oh Hahn, University of Alberta
January 30, 2012, 10:00 a.m. More»