U.S. Department of Energy
Government AdministrationDistrict of Columbia, United States5001-10000 Employees
The U.S. Department of Energy is a federal agency in the Government Administration sector that focuses on energy policy, science, and infrastructure. It is based in Washington, D.C., and operates with thousands of staff. The department works to advance reliable, secure, and sustainable energy for the nation, overseeing research, policy, and energy programs that support public welfare and the economy. In its role, it strives to maintain the United States’ leadership in energy technology and resilience. Recent developments in June 2026 include expansions of DOE facilities within the United States and the initiation of cooperative energy arrangements with Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, along with plans to establish a U.S.-Eastern Mediterranean Energy Center. These actions reflect the department’s ongoing efforts to broaden partnerships and strengthen energy infrastructure and research collaboration.