Through research, interviews, and extensive travel within the state, the 2024 Energy Hawks students study the opportunities and challenges of the energy sector and develop initiatives for further exploration. This year, the Energy Hawks presented three significant projects.
The EERC hosted its 8th annual Energizing North Dakota’s Future event. This day-long symposium brought together industry leaders, researchers, and legislators to discuss the future of energy in North Dakota and beyond.
EERC, in collaboration with Chord Energy, is proud to announce their selection for an award by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to spearhead groundbreaking research in energy and environmental stewardship. This initiative, heralded by announcements from U.S. Senator John Hoeven and the DOE, marks a significant milestone in the mission for ever more sustainable energy solutions.
Instead of a single, fixed physical site, a hydrogen hub represents a comprehensive network uniting hydrogen producers, transporters, and consumers, all contributing to the advancement and commercialization of a hydrogen-based energy market.
The U.S. Department of Energy has selected the Heartland Hydrogen Hub (HH2H) to advance a regional clean energy project. The funding award is under negotiations for up to $925 million.
The U.S. DOE awarded $12.5MM to the EERC for the Prairie Compass Direct Air Capture (DAC) Hub.
The energy industry convened for the 7th annual "Energizing North Dakota's Future" conference. Held at the EERC, this dynamic event brought together experts, legislators, and state officials to tackle critical energy topics.
Dr. Brian Kalk was recently appointed as the Chief Research Officer at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) at the University of North Dakota (UND).
The Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) at the University of North Dakota (UND) was awarded $38 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for a carbon capture and storage (CCS) project.
From early settlers who saw potential in North Dakota coal mines, to researchers who saw a need to expand the uses of our vast resources, we recognize the pioneers that laid the groundwork for what we are today.
