The INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's missions in nuclear and energy research, science, and national defense. The INL is operated for the Department of Energy (DOE) by Battelle Energy Alliance (BEA) and partners, each providing unique educational, management, research and scientific assets into a world-class national laboratory.

Our mission today. We continue to tackle complex missions for the nation in a safe and cost-effective manner, including: Delivering science-based engineered solutions to challenges in the Department of Energy's mission areas And enhancing the INL's scientific and technical talent, facilities and equipment to best serve the nation.

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Student geothermal competitors tap Idaho expertise Idaho's Snake River Plain was the focus of the US Department of Energy's National Geothermal Student Competition this year. Most of the eight finalist teams, which included three Idaho universities, visited Idaho and consulted with INL and Idaho experts. Full Story…

Idaho researcher building used nuclear fuel sensor Much of the 6,200 metric tons of used nuclear fuel generated by US power plants over the last 40 years is stored safely in giant stainless steel casks. Darryl Butt, a Boise State University professor, is part of a team researching whether it can be stored that way for at least 60 more. Full Story…