“Renewable” no more: Trump admin renames the National Renewable Energy Laboratory

The Trump administration has renamed the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to the National Laboratory of the Rockies. This move is seen as a shift in the federal government's approach to renewable energy research and development. The NREL, based in Golden, Colorado, has been a leading research institution for renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, and biofuels. However, the new name, which removes the "renewable" reference, suggests a potential change in the lab's focus or priorities. The decision has raised concerns among environmental advocates and renewable energy supporters, who worry that it signals a de-emphasis on clean energy research under the current administration. The Trump administration has been known for its skepticism towards renewable energy and its efforts to promote fossil fuels. The renaming of the NREL is seen as part of a broader trend of the administration's efforts to downplay the importance of renewable energy and climate change mitigation in favor of a focus on traditional energy sources.