Mission | Department of Energy

Mission | Department of Energy
Skip to main content
Official websites use .gov
A
.gov
website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A
lock
(
) or
https://
means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Mission
Mission Statement
The mission of the Energy Department is to ensure America’s security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.
Key Pillars
In addition to the above statement, the Department of Energy aims to articulate its core commitments to the public. It has expanded its statement across the following key pillars.
August 14, 2017
Catalyze the timely, material, and efficient transformation of the nation's energy system and secure U.S. leadership in energy technologies.
Learn More
October 11, 2012
Maintain a vibrant U.S. effort in science and engineering as a cornerstone of our economic prosperity with clear leadership in strategic areas.
Learn More
August 3, 2011
Enhance nuclear security through defense, nonproliferation, and environmental efforts.
Learn More
Build the world's most powerful scientific platform to accelerate discovery science, strengthen national security, and drive energy innovation.
Learn More
Related Pages
History
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has one of the richest and most diverse histories in the federal government.
Learn More
about
History
April 16, 2026
Contact Us
Learn More
about
Contact Us
March 31, 2026
Work at the U.S. Department of Energy
Join a dynamic team committed to driving innovation and securing our future.
Learn More
about
Work at the U.S. Department of Energy
April 16, 2026