Department of Health and Human Services (Cargo)

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a cabinet-level executive branch department of the U.S. federal government created to protect the health of the U.S. people and providing essential human services. Its motto is "Improving the health, safety, and well-being of America". Before the separate federal Department of Education was created in 1979, it was called the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW).

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Sub-organizations

OrganizationName	Employees	Mission
Advanced Manufacturing Office		The Advanced Manufacturing Office (AMO) supports a competitive U.S. manufacturing sector by accelerating the adoption of innovative materials and manufacturing technologies, aiming for a clean, decarbonized economy. AMO drives innovation to transform materials and manufacturing for America's energy future.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000000-QINU`"'
Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office		The Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO) supports a competitive U.S. manufacturing sector by accelerating the adoption of innovative materials and manufacturing technologies, aiming for a clean, decarbonized economy. AMMTO drives innovation to transform materials and manufacturing for America's energy future.
Advanced Materials for Energy-Water Systems Center		The Advanced Materials for Energy-Water Systems Center (AMEWS) is committed to discovering, understanding, and developing advanced materials that improve energy-water systems. AMEWS's mission is to innovate at the interface of materials science and water management to enhance efficiency, reduce energy use, and promote sustainability in water treatment and related applications.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000021-QINU`"'
Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy	120	To fund and accelerate high-potential, high-impact energy technologies that are too early for private sector investment. ARPA-E's mission is to reduce America's dependence on foreign energy sources, increase energy efficiency, and reduce energy-related emissions through transformative energy research and development.
Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy	100	ARPA-E advances high-potential, high-impact energy technologies that are too early for private-sector investment, aiming to radically improve U.S. economic prosperity, national security, and environmental well-being.
Albany Research Center	120	The Albany Research Center, now part of the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), focuses on materials research, particularly related to fossil energy systems. Its mission includes developing new materials for energy systems, improving energy efficiency, and addressing environmental impacts of energy production.
Arctic Energy Office		Integrate Arctic priorities into Department of Energy initiatives for security, innovation, addressing energy, science, security challenges via collaboration
Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory	5,600	Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory is dedicated to the design, development, and testing of nuclear propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carriers. It aims to provide innovative nuclear reactor technology to ensure the Navy's nuclear fleet is both safe and reliable.
Bioenergy Technologies Office		The Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) within the U.S. Department of Energy works to develop and demonstrate advanced bioenergy technologies that can be deployed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance energy security, and create economic opportunities. BETO's mission is to catalyze the production of cost-competitive, domestic biofuels, bioproducts, and biopower from abundant, sustainable biomass resources.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000027-QINU`"'
Biological and Light-Driven Energy Conversion		CHOISE's mission is to advance the fundamental science of hybrid organic-inorganic semiconductors to develop new materials for energy conversion applications. It focuses on understanding and controlling the properties of these materials to enhance solar energy conversion, optoelectronics, and energy-efficient devices.
Bonneville Power Administration	3,000	BPA markets wholesale electrical power from 31 federal hydroelectric dams in the Columbia River Basin, the Northwest's share of energy from the Columbia Generating Station, and operates an extensive transmission system. Its mission includes ensuring reliable, affordable power supply while protecting the environment and supporting regional economic development.
Building Technologies Office	100	The Building Technologies Office (BTO) develops, demonstrates, and accelerates the adoption of cost-effective technologies, techniques, tools, and services to enhance the energy efficiency of residential and commercial buildings. It supports the goal of transitioning to a decarbonized energy system by 2050, focusing on reducing energy consumption and emissions from the buildings sector.
Center for Energy Efficient Magnonics		The mission of CEEMag is to explore and develop the science of magnonics for energy-efficient information processing. It aims to create new paradigms for computing and data storage by utilizing spin waves (magnons) instead of traditional electron-based methods, thereby reducing energy consumption in microelectronics.
Center for Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Semiconductors for Energy		CHOISE's mission is to advance the fundamental science of hybrid organic-inorganic semiconductors to develop new materials for energy conversion applications. It focuses on understanding and controlling the properties of these materials to enhance solar energy conversion, optoelectronics, and energy-efficient devices.
Center for Molecular Quantum Transduction		The mission of CMQT is to advance the fundamental understanding of quantum-to-quantum transduction, focusing on converting quantum information at the molecular level. It aims to develop technologies that enable the coherent exchange of quantum information, with applications in quantum computing, sensing, and communication.
Center for Novel Pathways to Quantum Coherence in Materials		The Center for Novel Pathways to Quantum Coherence in Materials (NPQC) aims to dramatically expand our understanding and control of quantum coherence in solids. NPQC's mission is to develop materials and methods that harness quantum effects for next-generation information processing, sensing, and energy technologies.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000016-QINU`"'
Center for Plastics Innovation		CPI's mission is to develop transformative technologies for the deconstruction, upcycling, and recycling of plastics, focusing on creating sustainable solutions for plastic waste. It aims to advance scientific understanding and engineering practices to turn plastic waste into valuable chemicals, fuels, and new materials, thereby promoting a circular economy.
Center for Power Electronics Materials and Manufacturing Exploration		APEX expands materials for power electronics with novel designs and scalable manufacturing to boost efficiency for grid and transport decarbonization.
Center for Solar Fuels		The mission of CSF is to develop technologies for converting solar energy into storable and transportable fuels through artificial photosynthesis. It focuses on creating efficient, cost-effective solar-to-fuel conversion systems that mimic natural photosynthesis to provide sustainable energy solutions.
Center for the Advancement of Topological Semimetals		The Center for the Advancement of Topological Semimetals (CATS) seeks to revolutionize our understanding and application of topological materials by focusing on topological semimetals. CATS's mission is to accelerate the discovery, characterization, and implementation of these materials to enhance technologies in electronics, quantum computing, and energy efficiency.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000000-QINU`"'
Chief Information Officer (Department of Energy)		To drive the Department of Energy towards a digital future by providing strategic leadership in IT and cybersecurity, ensuring the DOE has reliable, secure, and innovative information systems to support its mission.
Consortium for Advanced Simulation of Light Water Reactors		CASL developed simulation tools to enhance light water reactor safety and efficiency for nuclear power.
Consortium for Building Energy Innovation		To reduce energy use in small- and medium-sized commercial buildings through innovative retrofit solutions. It aimed to stimulate job creation and advance energy efficiency technologies across the U.S.
Consortium for Computational Physics and Chemistry		To enable and accelerate bioenergy technology development through computational science. It leverages high-performance computing and multi-scale modeling to advance biofuel research and industry solutions.
Durable Module Materials Consortium		Durable Module Materials Consortium speeds up durable solar material development for cost-effective, long-lasting zero-carbon energy by 2035.
Energy Frontier Research Center for Quantum Sensing and Quantum Materials		The mission of the QSQM is to develop and apply advanced quantum sensing techniques to study quantum materials, aiming to uncover new physics and enable novel technologies. It focuses on understanding the complex behavior of materials at the quantum scale to advance fields like energy conversion, quantum computing, and sensing.
Energy Information Administration	350	To collect, analyze, and disseminate independent and impartial energy information to promote sound policymaking, efficient markets, and public understanding of energy and its interaction with the economy and the environment.
Federal Energy Management Program	100	FEMP works with federal agencies to meet energy-related goals, identify affordable solutions, facilitate public-private partnerships, and provide energy leadership to the country by identifying and leveraging government best practices. Its mission is to reduce energy costs and environmental impacts across the federal government while enhancing energy security.
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission	1,500	To assist consumers in obtaining reliable, safe, secure, and economically efficient energy services at a reasonable cost through appropriate regulatory and market means. FERC regulates the interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil, as well as licensing hydropower projects and overseeing energy infrastructure projects.
Federal Hydropower Coordinating Committee		Federal Hydropower Coordinating Committee optimizes hydropower and safety, advancing tech and stewardship for clean energy.
Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation		Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation speeds up energy tech development via partnerships, boosting DOE’s security mission.
Geothermal Technologies Office		The Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) works to increase the deployment of geothermal energy technologies in the U.S., focusing on research, development, and demonstration of innovative technologies to harness geothermal resources for electricity generation and heating/cooling applications. GTO's mission is to transform the nation's geothermal sector into a vibrant, sustainable industry contributing to a carbon-free future.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000026-QINU`"'
Global Climate Action Partnership		Global Climate Action Partnership advances climate action for resilient, low-emission economies via collaboration and innovation.
Green Button Alliance		Green Button Alliance promotes the Green Button standard for secure energy data access, aiding cost reduction and decarbonization.
Grid Deployment Office		The Grid Deployment Office (GDO) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) works to catalyze the development of new and upgraded electric infrastructure across the country, focusing on maintaining and investing in critical generation facilities, developing high-capacity electric transmission lines, and deploying innovative grid technologies to ensure a reliable, resilient, and modernized electricity grid.
Hanford site	11,000	The Hanford Site’s environmental management mission is to safely clean up the radioactive and chemical contamination from decades of nuclear weapons production to protect human health and the environment. It aims to remediate the site’s legacy waste while enabling future land use and preserving the region’s ecological and cultural resources.
High Energy Physics Advisory Panel	19	The High Energy Physics Advisory Panel advises the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation on the national program in experimental and theoretical high energy physics research. It provides recommendations on long-range plans, priorities, funding levels, and strategies to advance scientific discovery in this field.
Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office		The Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) focuses on advancing hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to enable the widespread use of clean and efficient energy solutions. Its mission is to catalyze the transition to a hydrogen-based energy economy by supporting research, development, and demonstration projects that reduce costs, improve performance, and increase the scalability of hydrogen technologies.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000027-QINU`"'
Idaho National Laboratory	5,700	Idaho National Laboratory focuses on innovations in nuclear research, integrated energy systems, and security solutions to change the world's energy future and secure critical infrastructure. It is committed to advancing nuclear energy technology and exploring new ways to deliver sustainable, clean energy solutions.
Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office		The Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) aims to reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions by accelerating the development and adoption of cost-effective, energy-efficient, and low-carbon technologies. IEDO's mission is to foster a competitive U.S. industrial sector that aligns with national decarbonization goals while maintaining economic growth.'"`UNIQ--ref-00000026-QINU`"'
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center		Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center boosts clean energy tech adoption, linking researchers and startups with industry for growth.
Inorganometallic Catalyst Design Center		ICDC's mission is to discover new classes of catalytic materials for energy applications, particularly through computational modeling and artificial intelligence, to understand and predict the structure-function relationships of catalysts. It aims to advance the science of catalysis for converting natural gas and other feedstocks into valuable chemicals and fuels.
Institute for Cooperative Upcycling of Plastics		The mission of iCOUP is to develop transformative technologies for upcycling plastics into valuable materials and chemicals, reducing waste and fostering a circular economy. It aims to understand and innovate in the conversion of discarded plastics into high-value products, contributing to environmental sustainability and economic benefits.
Institute for Industrial Decarbonization through Electrification of Process Heating		EPIXC Institute cuts industrial emissions with electrified heating tech, boosting efficiency and reducing carbon in manufacturing.
Institute for Reducing EMbodied-Energy And Decreasing Emissions		REMADE speeds U.S. shift to a Circular Economy with tech to cut energy use and emissions in material reuse and recycling.
Interfacial Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials		IDREAM's mission is to conduct fundamental research to understand and control interfacial chemistry in radioactive environments, particularly in relation to nuclear waste management. It aims to develop scientific insights that support innovations in retrieving and processing high-level radioactive waste.
International Fusion Materials Irradiation Facility		International Fusion Materials Irradiation Facility tests durable fusion reactor materials with neutron sources for energy goals.
Ion Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials		IDREAM researches ion dynamics in nuclear waste to predict and solve retrieval and disposal challenges.
Joint Center for Artificial Photosynthesis		Joint Center for Artificial Photosynthesis developed solar fuel tech for sustainable, carbon-neutral energy solutions.
Joint Center for Energy Storage Research		The Joint Center for Energy Storage Research advanced scientific understanding and technologies for next-generation batteries beyond lithium-ion, targeting high energy density and low cost for transportation and grid applications. It aimed to deliver transformative energy storage solutions through integrated research and rapid innovation cycles.
Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory	5,600	Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory focuses on the research, design, development, and testing of naval nuclear propulsion systems, supporting the U.S. Navy with advanced nuclear technology for submarines and aircraft carriers. It strives for excellence in nuclear engineering to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of naval nuclear reactors.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory	4,000	LBNL conducts unclassified scientific research over a wide range of scientific disciplines with the goal of advancing scientific knowledge and addressing some of society's most pressing challenges, including energy, environmental, and health sciences.
Loan Programs Office		The LPO's mission is to accelerate the deployment of innovative energy and transportation technologies by providing access to debt capital for projects that support clean energy, energy efficiency, and advanced transportation solutions, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote economic growth.
Multiphase Flow Analysis Laboratory		Multiphase Flow Analysis Lab validates fluid models for energy tech, generating data for efficient device design.
National Energy Technology Laboratory	1,200	NETL conducts research and develops solutions to advance the nation's energy portfolio, focusing on fossil energy, carbon management, and environmental sustainability. Its mission includes improving energy efficiency, reducing environmental impacts, and ensuring a secure and sustainable energy future.
National Energy Technology Laboratory	1,200	NETL conducts research and develops solutions to advance the nation's energy portfolio, focusing on fossil energy, carbon management, and environmental sustainability. Its mission includes improving energy efficiency, reducing environmental impacts, and ensuring a secure and sustainable energy future.
National Institute for Climate Change Research		Fund research on climate change impacts on ecosystems to inform national strategies.
National Laboratories	40,000	To conduct world-class research in science, technology, and engineering to address national needs in energy, security, and environmental stewardship; to advance fundamental science and develop innovative solutions.
National Laboratory Operations Board	3	To strengthen the partnership between the Department of Energy and its National Laboratories through strategic oversight. It aims to enhance management and operational performance to effectively execute DOE’s missions.
National Nuclear Security Administration	35,000	The NNSA enhances national security through the military application of nuclear science, maintaining the nuclear weapons stockpile, reducing global nuclear threats, providing naval nuclear propulsion, and managing nuclear and radiological emergency responses.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory	2,500	NREL advances the science and engineering of energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable power technologies. Its mission is to drive the transformation of the global energy system to one that is cleaner, more secure, and sustainable.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory	2,500	NREL advances the science and engineering of energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, and renewable power technologies. Its mission is to drive the transformation of the global energy system to one that is cleaner, more secure, and sustainable.
New Brunswick Laboratory		New Brunswick Laboratory provides nuclear materials reference and measurement services for U.S. government.
Oak Ridge Reservation Environmental Management	50	The Oak Ridge Reservation Environmental Management leads the safe cleanup of environmental legacies from nuclear weapons development and energy research on the Oak Ridge Reservation. It aims to protect public health and the environment while enabling economic growth through land reuse.
Office of Artificial Intelligence and Technology		AITO advanced AI for DOE’s energy, environmental, and security missions, ensuring ethical innovation.
Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations		The Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is dedicated to delivering clean energy demonstration projects at scale in partnership with the private sector to accelerate deployment, market adoption, and the equitable transition to a decarbonized energy system. OCED focuses on scaling emerging technologies to tackle climate challenges and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs (Department of Energy)		The OCIA serves as the Department of Energy's (DOE) primary liaison with Congress, state, local, and tribal governments, facilitating communication, coordination, and collaboration on legislative and policy matters. Its mission is to ensure DOE's legislative goals align with national energy priorities and to foster effective partnerships with various government entities.
Office of Critical and Emerging Technologies		Align DOE’s tech expertise in AI and quantum for U.S. prosperity and security innovation.
Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response		CESER's mission is to secure the U.S. energy infrastructure against all hazards, including cyber, physical, and natural threats, ensuring the reliability and resilience of the energy sector. It focuses on developing policies, technologies, and response strategies to protect energy systems and support rapid recovery from disruptions.
Office of Electricity		Office of Electricity modernizes U.S. grid for reliability and clean energy integration.
Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy	1,100	EERE drives U.S. leadership in the research, development, validation, and effective utilization of energy technologies and processes, ensuring an integrated energy system that is affordable, reliable, resilient, secure, and clean. It aims to transition Americans to a 100% clean energy economy no later than 2050, ensuring the benefits reach all Americans.
Office of Energy Justice and Equity		EJE's mission is to identify and implement ways to ensure everyone has an opportunity to fully participate in the Department of Energy's (DOE) programs, opportunities, and resources, with a particular focus on advancing equity and justice in energy policy and practices.
Office of Energy Policy and System Analysis		Deliver unbiased energy policy analysis to DOE for efficient and secure energy strategies.
Office of Enterprise Assessments		Enhance DOE safety and cybersecurity via evaluations and training at the National Training Center.
Office of Environment, Health, Safety and Security		Provide leadership for DOE worker and public safety, integrating health and security standards.
Office of Environment, Safety, and Health		The Office of Environment, Safety, and Health aims to ensure the health and safety of workers and the public, and the protection of the environment at the Department of Energy (DOE) facilities by setting policies, providing oversight, and implementing safety measures. It focuses on integrating environmental, safety, and health considerations into DOE operations.
Office of Environmental Management	11,000	To complete the safe cleanup of the environmental legacy brought about from five decades of nuclear weapons production and government-sponsored nuclear energy research; to protect human health and the environment.
Office of Environmental Markets		The Office of Environmental Markets facilitates the development of environmental markets to incentivize conservation practices among farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. OEM's mission is to enhance the environmental benefits of land management through market-based approaches.
Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management	750	The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) is committed to reducing emissions from fossil energy production and use, as well as key industrial processes, while ensuring U.S. energy security. Its mission is to support the transition towards a clean energy future by advancing carbon management technologies.
Office of Hearings and Appeals (Department of Energy)		Conduct fair DOE hearings and support dispute resolution for adjudicative matters.
Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs		The Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs at the Department of Energy (DOE) is dedicated to maximizing the development and deployment of energy solutions for the benefit of American Indians and Alaska Natives, enhancing energy infrastructure, reducing energy costs, and promoting tribal energy self-sufficiency.
Office of Inspector General (Department of Energy)	250	DOE’s OIG ensures program efficiency and accountability, preventing fraud and waste.
Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence		To inform national security decisionmakers and mitigate threats to the DOE enterprise and U.S. energy security by providing unique scientific and technical intelligence expertise. The office aims to protect vital national security information and technologies.
Office of International Affairs		The OIA leads the Department of Energy's (DOE) international engagement to advance U.S. energy, climate, and security interests. Its mission is to foster international cooperation, promote U.S. energy technologies, and support global energy transitions towards sustainability.
Office of Legacy Management		DOE’s LM ensures post-closure site safety and manages stewardship and worker benefits.
Office of Management (Department of Energy)		The Office of Management (MA) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) provides leadership and management support to the department, ensuring effective administrative, procurement, and contract management services that support DOE's mission in energy, science, and national security.
Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains		MESC at DOE strengthens manufacturing and energy supply chains for clean energy and security.
Office of Nuclear Energy	700	To advance nuclear energy science and technology to meet U.S. energy, environmental, and economic needs. This includes supporting the development of advanced nuclear reactors, fuel cycles, and maintaining U.S. leadership in nuclear energy technology.
Office of Policy		The Office of Policy leads the development and coordination of energy policy across the Department of Energy (DOE), ensuring alignment with national objectives for energy security, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. It provides strategic policy analysis, guidance, and integration of cross-cutting issues.
Office of Project Management		Enhance DOE project execution with oversight and training for energy and security goals.
Office of Public Affairs (Department of Energy)		The Office of Public Affairs at the Department of Energy (DOE) is tasked with communicating the department's mission, activities, and achievements to the public, media, and other stakeholders. Its mission is to foster transparency, engage with communities, and promote public understanding of energy policy, science, and technology.
Office of River Protection	2,600	To safely retrieve and treat Hanford’s tank waste and close the Tank Farms. It protects the Columbia River by managing one of the world’s largest nuclear cleanup efforts.
Office of Science	6,000	The Office of Science at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is the nation’s largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences, driving scientific discovery and innovation. Its mission is to deliver scientific discoveries and major scientific tools to transform our understanding of nature and advance the energy, economic, and national security of the United States.
Office of Scientific and Technical Information	100	OSTI collects, preserves, and disseminates the results of DOE-funded research and development activities to accelerate scientific discovery and technological innovation. Its mission is to advance science and sustain technological creativity by making R&D findings available and useful to DOE researchers and the public.
Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (Department of Energy)		The OSDBU at the Department of Energy (DOE) is dedicated to maximizing opportunities for small businesses, including small disadvantaged, women-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and HUBZone businesses to participate in DOE's procurement process. Its mission is to foster an inclusive business environment that supports economic growth through innovation and diversity.
Office of State and Community Energy Programs		The Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) works with state and local organizations to significantly accelerate the deployment of clean energy technologies, catalyze local economic development, create jobs, reduce energy costs, and avoid pollution through place-based strategies involving a wide range of stakeholders.
Office of Technology Transitions		The Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is tasked with advancing the economic, energy, and national security interests of the United States by accelerating the commercialization of DOE-funded research and technologies. OTT works to bridge the gap between DOE's research capabilities and market needs, promoting innovation and technology transfer.
Office of the Chief Financial Officer (Department of Energy)		The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) at the Department of Energy (DOE) is responsible for providing leadership in financial management, ensuring fiscal accountability, and supporting DOE's mission through effective budget formulation, execution, and financial oversight. It aims to promote transparency, efficiency, and integrity in all financial activities.
Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (Department of Energy)		To strategically align DOE’s workforce with its missions through innovative human capital policies and programs. It aims to recruit, develop, and retain a skilled, diverse workforce to address energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges.
Office of the Chief Information Officer (Department of Energy)		The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the Department of Energy (DOE) enables the department's missions in energy, science, and nuclear security by harnessing information and technology, balancing risk with outcomes. OCIO leads IT modernization, data management, and cybersecurity across the DOE.

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