formerly University of Missouri-Rolla

 

Mission
The mission of the Energy Research & Development Center is to educate students in energy topics to solve problems of society and to deliver solutions for energy-related issues, by forming collaborative relationships with industry and government, for the benefit of the university, the state of Missouri and the nation.


Energy Facts

  • The U.S. spends over $500 billion dollars annually on energy.
  • Oil imports account for 55% of the total U.S. consumption, up from 42% in 1990.
  • Energy demand is projected to rise by over 30% by 2020, much faster than the projected increase in domestic energy production.
  • The shortfall between energy demand and domestic production is projected to increase nearly 50% by 2020.


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$3 Million Gift to Fund Energy Chair!

September 20, 2009 5:04 PM

Missouri University of Science and Technology, a national leader in energy research and education, will soon strengthen that emphasis thanks to a $3 million gift from a retired oil and natural gas executive and graduate of the university.

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     Mariesa L. Crow, Director





October 2009 ASEE PRISM
"Untangling the Grid"
"Can delivery of electrical power become
efficient, green, safe, and affordable?"