50+ Energy Organizations and Resources

This energy resources section is designed to be multi-purpose! You can use it to find datasets & research reports for your energy thesis. Or to explore energy organizations with valuable conferences, networking opportunities, and member benefits. Or to read up on the latest energy news and DOE initiatives. Almost every tool that you need to build your energy career can be found in our annotated list. You can even narrow your search by field.

Valuable Energy Resources

Big Energy Organizations

• Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE): Although IEEE has a mission to support engineers & technology professionals in almost every discipline, it sponsors plenty of energy work through its societies (e.g. PES), technical communities (e.g. Smart Grid Community), and working groups (e.g. Nuclear Power Engineering).
• International Energy Agency (IEA): A major player on the global stage. Founded in 1974, IEA is an intergovernmental energy organization made up of 31 member countries. It issues reports, analyses, and data on energy fuels & technologies throughout the world.
• International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA): One to bookmark! IRENA is a global intergovernmental agency with a stake in every area of renewables, from bioenergy to wind. It’s a valuable source of worldwide data, news, and statistics.
• World Energy Council (WEC): The granddaddy of ’em all. WEC was created in 1923 to discuss challenges within the global energy industry. Today it has a network of over 3,000 member organizations and a presence in nearly 100 countries.

Department of Energy (DOE) Initiatives

• National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL): NETL is where fossil fuel energy and technology collide. Researchers are hard at work on initiatives in carbon management, carbon-neutral hydrogen as a fuel, resource sustainability, and a raft of tech-related projects. Internships are available.
• National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL): NREL is devoted to R&D work in renewables, with interests that range from hydrogen & fuel cells to integrated energy solutions. Check out its PVWatts® Calculator. It also offers internships and postdoctoral opportunities.
• Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL): With work in areas like fusion energy and grid security, ORNL known for being on the forefront of 21st century energy research. Visit the Energy Science & Technology Directorate (ESTD) to learn more about its infrastructure work.
• Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE): EERE is administered by the DOE. A number of its technology offices are tasked with achieving its mission of a global clean energy economy. You’ll find reports & publications, software tools, stakeholder resources, and funding opportunities within each office (e.g. Bioenergy, Geothermal, Water, Wind, etc.).
• U.S. Department of Energy (DOE): In addition to reducing the threat of nuclear proliferation, DOE oversees the nation’s energy supply and 17 national laboratories (including the ones we’ve mentioned). It supports research and publishes data on the energy economy, energy sources, climate change, and more.

Energy Data & Research

• Energydata.info: This open data platform is sponsored by the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation and supported by a range of energy partners. Search through 976+ datasets from 193 countries and browse through all sorts of fascinating apps (e.g. Global Wind Atlas).
• IEA Data & Statistics: IEA’s data section is a treasure trove of energy information. Explore data sets (e.g. Methane Tracker Database), a chart library, simulations & calculators, forecasts & estimates, scenarios (e.g. Global EV Data Explorer), or wander through the resources at will!
• Statista: Energy Markets: If you’re new to global energy markets, Statista can provide you with a bird’s eye view of the territory. It offers insights on market sizes & segments, industry trends & prices, and specific fuel economies (e.g. gas, solar, coal, etc.).
• U.S. Department of Energy (DOE): Datasets: Filter by topic category or tags to comb through the DOE’s datasets on energy. It’s an eclectic mix! The DOE’s catalog contains everything from surveys on commercial buildings energy consumption to annual data on proved reserves of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the U.S.
• U.S. Department of Energy: Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI): Use OSTI’s search tools to unearth scientific and technical information (STI) generated by DOE-funded research at national laboratories & facilities and U.S. universities. It provides links to journal articles, technical reports, data, software, and even dissertations.
• U.S. Energy Information Association (EIA): EIA is a DOE agency focused on energy statistics & analytics. It issues analysis briefs for countries, forecast maps, monthly energy reviews, short-term & annual energy outlooks, and a whole lot more.
• U.S. Geological Survey: Energy Resources Program: If fuel sources are your passion, check out all the materials from USGS, including the USGS Wind Turbine Database (USWTDB). The Energy Resources section contains USGS maps, publications, and high-level research data on geological topics. USGS also collaborates with DOE labs & other organizations.
• Visual Capitalist: Energy: Visual Capitalist publishes big-scale data visualizations on a range of intriguing energy topics. At a glance, you can see how big the market is for crude oil, where the best phosphate is for LFP batteries, or who the current leader is in clean energy technologies.

Energy News

• American Energy Society (AES): AES is an independent energy organization with many members, but it also produces a range of publications & resources, including Energy Matters and Energy Today. Universities & college libraries often have an AES subscription, which means you can access all of these services for free.
• Energy Digital Magazine: Energy Digital is the brainchild of the BizClik Media Group, which also publishes Mining Digital and Sustainability Magazine. It churns out energy interviews, articles, company reports, videos, and top 10 lists on a regular basis.
• Financial Times: Energy Sector: Here you’ll find business news about energy markets, including investment announcements, market analyses, and policy changes. You can also filter articles by industry (e.g. mining, oil & gas, utilities, etc.).
• Power Engineering: The go-to news source for energy engineers. Power Engineering covers everything from coal & gas to hydrogen, nuclear, energy storage, and renewables. It’s funded by Clarion Energy Media, which also publishes Renewable Energy World, POWERGRID International, Smart Energy International, and Hydro Review.
• Recharge News: Recharge is focused on news about renewable energy industries. Browse through interviews, opinion pieces, expert analysis, and news updates. Recharge News is the work of the DN Media Group, which also publishes Upstream (Oil & Gas) and Hydrogen Insight.
• Utility Dive: Anyone interested in energy infrastructures, smart grid technologies, and utilities should bookmark Utility Dive. It’s published by Industry Dive, which also issues news on smart cities, transport, and supply chains.

Renewable Energy Resources

Renewable & Clean Energy Organizations

• American Clean Power Association (ACP): Another one to bookmark! ACP is made up of member companies throughout the clean energy industry. It publishes data on clean energy, issues policy statements,  develops workforce training programs and health & safety resources, and a whole lot more.
• American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE): ACORE is a non-profit organization with a slew of members in the renewable energy sector. It hosts a regular cycle of in-person events & webinars—including annual forums on finance, policy & the grid—and produces its own reports & newsletters.
• International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP): ISSP is a membership-based association for energy professionals in sustainability fields. It provides opportunities for networking, continued education, and sustainability credentialing (e.g. SEA or SEP).
• Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC): IREC is a non-profit organization that advocates for a 100% clean energy future through workforce development strategies, regulatory engagement, and local clean energy solutions. Anyone interested in grid modernization, EV infrastructure, energy storage & efficiency, and distribution might want to take a look at its work.

Renewable Energy Sources

• Clean Fuels Alliance America (CFAA): Formerly known as the National Biodiesel Board, CFAA represents industry players in biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel.
• Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA): The FCHEA represents 90+ member organizations involved in the exploration of hydrogen energy, including Amazon, GM, and ExxonMobil. The resources section contains info on federal policy priorities, codes & standards, and safety reports.
• International Geothermal Association (IGA): IGA is a global organization devoted to geothermal energy developments. It hosts the annual World Geothermal Congress (WGC), maintains a conference paper database, works on protocols & geothermal data standards, and partners with other major organizations (e.g. IRENA).
• International Solar Energy Society (ISES): ISES has been around since 1954, so it has a long track record of advocacy for solar power. It currently has individual & corporate members in 110+ countries. It hosts the ISES Solar World Congress, publishes journals & newsletters, supports young members through a social & professional network, and more.
• National Hydropower Association (NHA): NHA is a non-profit organization focused on the possibilities of hydropower & marine energy. It advocates for hydropower in all its forms, provides updates on policy & industry developments, and connects members through regional & national events.
• Ocean Energy Systems (OES): Founded in 2001, OES began its life as a Technology Collaboration Program (TCP) under a framework established by the IEA. It’s an intergovernmental organization that exists to serve the ocean energy sector, including anyone involved in Wave, Tidal Range, Tidal and Ocean Currents, Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC), and Salinity Gradients. It also runs the biannual International Conference on Ocean Energy (ICOE).
• Renewable Fuels Association (RFA): RFA is the voice of America’s ethanol industry (view its members). It publishes data on ethanol production, trade, supply & demand, and yield. It also issues policy documents & fact sheets and organizes events & initiatives.
• Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA): Established in 1974, SEIA is a national trade association for solar and solar & storage industries. It provides a number of resources on solar power. Check out the state-by-state map of solar market insights & policy updates.

Resources for Specific Energy Fields

Electric Power

• Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI): EPRI is a non-profit R&D and deployment organization with offices & labs around the world. Its research work is funded by a range of bodies, including partners in the energy sector, academia, and government. It also publishes the EPRI Journal.
• IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES): PES is one of IEEE’s powerhouses (pardon the pun)—it has 42,000+ global members, 800+ local chapters, and it host 30+ conferences & meetings every year. It publishes technical journals and magazines on everything from energy conversion to the smart grid.

Energy Efficiency & Energy Service

• Alliance to Save Energy (ASE): ASE is a bipartisan, non-profit coalition of businesses & organizations that was founded by two Republican and Democratic senators in 1977. It advocates for energy efficiency policies & practices.
• American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE): ACEEE is a non-profit research organization devoted to improving energy efficiencies, reducing energy waste, and tackling climate change. It issues research reports & scorecards, advocates for policy change on all levels, and sponsors working groups in a range of energy areas (e.g. utilities).
• Association of Energy Service Professionals (AESP): AESP is an educational non-profit devoted to energy efficiency, demand response, and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs). It has 12 chapters throughout the country.
• Building Performance Association (BPA): BPA’s network includes energy auditors, utility energy efficiency programs, energy efficiency contractors, government agencies, and more. It seeks to improve the performance of buildings in all aspects—health, energy efficiency, and environmental performance.
• National Association of Energy Service Companies (NAESCO): Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) are designed to help public & private sector clients modernize their building infrastructures and implement energy efficiency projects. If you’re interested in this line of work, have a look at the member directory.

Energy Engineering

• Association of Energy Engineers (AEE): AEE is a key partner for energy engineers. It offers the well-known and well-respected CEM® certification. It hosts energy engineering events & conferences throughout the world.  It publishes 3 journals. And it has local chapters in many countries.
• National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE): NSPE is dedicated to the needs of licensed Professional Engineers (PEs). It can help you with the PE licensure process, connect you to other members, and keep you up-to-date with laws & policies.

Energy Finance & Markets

• International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE): Anyone with an interest in energy economics should investigate IAEE. This global non-profit hosts an annual International Conference and many other events, publishes The Energy Journal, and supports the professional development of its members.
• International Carbon Action Partnership (ICAP): ICAP is an international forum of public authorities and governments with a vested interest in Emissions Trading Systems (ETS). We’ve included it in our resources because it publishes a number of ETS tools, including an ETS map and price explorer.
• S&P Global: Commodity Insights: S&P’s section on commodity markets includes energy transition case studies, price assessments, and market insights on energy sources (e.g. oil & gas, electric power, coal, etc.).

Energy Policy

• Carbon Brief:  Based in the UK, Carbon Brief is a website that covers news on climate science, climate policy, and energy policy. It includes coverage of policies across the globe, including China, the EU, and the United States.
• Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC): FERC is a U.S. federal agency tasked with regulating the interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil. It has a large section on Industries & Data, with info on oil, natural gas, electric, hydropower, and energy markets.
• IEA Policies Database: You can use IEA’s database to find energy policies from all over the world. Read up on New Zealand’s Energy Strategy, Iraq’s Gas Growth Integrated Project, China’s Subsidy on New Energy Vehicles, and more.
• International Energy Forum (IEF): IEF is the world’s largest organization of energy ministers from 70+ member countries. Keep an eye on its events and news announcements.
• Senate Committee on Energy & Natural Resources: The committee posts records of its hearings & business meetings and issues updates on committee legislation.