The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $35 million investment in new energy technologies, underscoring the administration’s push to accelerate innovation in the sector.

“These are cutting-edge technologies that we want to give a nudge into the marketplace,” said Energy Secretary Chris Wright, highlighting the department’s goal of bridging the gap between research and commercial adoption.

The funding will support projects aimed at improving efficiency, sustainability, and reliability across various energy systems. By providing early-stage backing, the DOE hopes to help promising technologies overcome barriers to entry and compete in the broader marketplace.

Officials say the investment reflects a long-term strategy to strengthen U.S. energy independence while fostering new opportunities for economic growth and job creation.