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The science behind the book: How ultrastrong, ultralight materials and electric motors can revolutionize cars. Reinventing Fire: The Details

The science behind the book: Proven approaches can create dramatic energy savings in buildings. Reinventing Fire: The Details

The science behind the book: The keys to making America's industrial engine more efficient. Reinventing Fire: The Details

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Transforming America’s Built Environment (Video)

Watch the second in our series of Reinventing Fire videos that detail what we can do to use less energy and become more efficient, simply by adopting today's existing building efficiency techniques and design strategies. WATCH THE VIDEO

RMI's Impact

RMI uses philanthropy-funded innovation to create new solutions to gnarly old problems. Then, to drive big changes despite political gridlock, we work mainly with society’s most dynamic force: private enterprise, to transform design, bust barriers and spread innovation.

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Energy Conversations on the Web

Economy, manufacturing, energy among top issues in Obama's State of Union address

Washington Post, January 24, 2012 Highlights from President Obama's State of the Union Address. READ MORE »

Energy Plays Key Role in Obama's State of the Union

CNN Money, January 24, 2012 For the third year in a row energy played a central role in President Obama's State of the Union address, with the president leaning hard this year on the twin themes of increased domestic oil and gas production and the need to invest more in renewable sources. READ MORE »

Feds Say Volt is Safe, Close Battery Inquiry

WIRED Autotopia, January 20, 2012 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration continues to believe that electric vehicles show great promise as a safe and fuel-efficient option for American drivers. READ MORE »