Advancing innovations for energy and the environment is at the heart of the NRCCE. We work closely with WVU faculty members to coordinate large-scale, multidisciplinary research and outreach programs that result in cleaner, more efficient, more affordable ways to produce and use energy, protect land and water, and promote economic vitality. Established in 1979 as the Energy Research Center, today
the NRCCE works with more than 100 WVU faculty members and research professionals to conduct programs in:
Fuel and Power
Energy Efficiency
Environmental Remediation
Alternative Transportation Fuels
Rural Water Infrastructure
Organizationally, NRCCE reports to the WVU Office of Research and assists that office with other University-wide programs, such as the NETL-Regional University Alliance. We are a confederation of programs. Each program contributes to our vision of abundant energy and water resources, healthful environment and a robust economy. Mission/Vision
We are dedicated to
Securing our nation’s energy needs. Protecting our environment. Energy is an economic engine. Economies that are sound are better able to protect the environment. Understanding this, our vision is of a nation with abundant energy and a healthful environment that is economically vibrant. Expertise:
We create and disseminate knowledge and technologies on
The development, delivery, and use of clean, efficient, abundant energy, especially fossil fuel-based energy. The delivery, use, and protection of water quality and quantity, especially related to mining and industrial applications and for residential use in rural communities. The protection of air quality through energy conservation and alternative transportation vehicles. The management of solid waste, especially in industrial applications and in small, rural communities. The reclamation of land affected by mining and industrial applications. Our unique collection of programs makes the NRCCE a valuable marketplace for solutions to America’s energy and environmental problems.
