R&D IN ACTION
EPRI delivers an annual research portfolio covering the generation, transmission, distribution, and end-use of energy. This broad spectrum of R&D is backed by our world-class laboratory facilities, providing expertise in materials testing, cyber security, electric vehicle charging, welding, high-voltage testing, and so much more.
Scientifically sound, independent research and development (R&D) is at the center of EPRI's engagement with 450 energy organizations in 45 countries, with a mission to ensure the public has low-carbon energy options that are safe, reliable, affordable, and equitable.
Click below to view the capabilities of our Generation, Nuclear, and Transmission and Distribution laboratories.
EXPERT STAFFING
EPRI Laboratories are staffed by accomplished researchers, many with advanced degrees in energy and engineering fields. More importantly, EPRI ensures that laboratory staff earn and maintain critical certifications for work performed. For example, staff working on nuclear-related projects are certified for all major Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) techniques including Radiography Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Visual Testing (VT), Eddy Current Testing, Registered Professional Engineer and Nuclear Quality Assurance (ASME Codes & Standards).
Lab Chronicles Webinar Series
Watch the recordings as EPRI’s research laboratory leaders demonstrate EPRI generation lab capabilities. Lab Chronicles: EPRI's Edge in Energy Research is a publicly available webcast series from inside our world-class energy generation lab facilities. As generation companies examine how to prolong the functional life of assets, and ask questions about appropriate investment, plant maintenance, and safety, EPRI experts demonstrate our lab capabilities across several research areas critical to a successful energy transition.
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Capabilities: Non-Destructive Evaluation | Welding Technologies | Materials Testing & Characterization | T&D Component Aging & Testing | T&D Sensor Development | Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP)
Size: 107,600 sq. feet
Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
Capabilities: Energy Efficiency |Distributed Energy Resource Evaluation | Information & CommunicationsTechnology Integration | Lighting,Appliance, HVAC & Device Testing &Evaluation | Environmental ChamberTesting | Electric Vehicle Charging
Size: 57,000 sq. feet
Lenox, Massachusetts, USA
Capabilities: High Voltage Testing | T&D ComponentAging | Full Scale Distribution Testing | Stray Voltage Detection and Mitigation | Manhole Events
Size: 37 acres
