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North Pacific Paper Corporation paper in Longview, Wash., -- the largest newsprint and specialty paper mill in North America -- is improving its refining process to reduce electricity costs. NORPAC estimates these changes will save 100 million kilowatt hours of electricity a year, which is enough energy to serve 8,000 Northwest homes. <a href="http://energy.gov/articles/going-big-building-largest-ever-energy-efficiency-project">Learn more about NORPAC</a>.

North Pacific Paper Corporation paper in Longview, Wash., -- the largest newsprint and specialty paper mill in North America -- is improving its refining process to reduce electricity costs. NORPAC estimates these changes will save 100 million kilowatt hours of electricity a year, which is enough energy to serve 8,000 Northwest homes. Learn more about NORPAC.

Strengthening U.S. Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing
Desalination is normally an energy intensive process, but by collaborating with Energy Department's National Labs Campbell Applied Physics has found a way to make seawater drinkable while using 50 percent less energy. | Photo courtesy of Campbell Applied Physics.

Desalination is normally an energy intensive process, but by collaborating with Energy Department's National Labs Campbell Applied Physics has found a way to make seawater drinkable.

What Do Clean Energy Tax Credits Mean for Minnesota (and America)?
Earlier this week Deputy Secretary Poneman also visited Environment Minnesota, where he spoke with members about their efforts to educate their community on the importance of clean energy tax credits. | Energy Department photo.

Clean energy tax credits are helping create jobs while boosting American manufacturing and innovation.

Building an American Economy to Last: American Competiveness in Manufacturing

With support from federal agencies, a new manufacturing technology is revolutionizing how products are designed and built.

Saving Energy and Money with Aerogel Insulation
Aspen Aerogel's innovative insulation material works well under very cold and very hot temperatures. Here, the insulation is held over a flame. | Courtesy of Aspen Aerogels.

The Energy Department is investing in an innovative insulation material that saves energy and money for industrial facilities while also helping to support 50 full-time clean energy jobs for Americans.