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Our mission is to conduct rigorous research and provide impactful insights that address the energy needs of the Southeastern U.S., while maintaining a national and global perspective. We strive to be trusted partners for all stakeholders, ensuring a future that supports the success and sustainability of our communities.
As part of the Strategic Energy Institute, and the nation’s top-ranked public university for energy research, our multidisciplinary experts develop solutions grounded in sound economics, policy, and science.
Featured Research and Analysis
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Small Systems, Big Impact: Microgrids and the Next Era of Energy
In late April, a massive power outage swept across parts of Spain and Portugal. Within minutes, trains stopped, flights were grounded, and critical services were knocked offline. Even though most power was restored within 24 hours, the blackout was a wake-up call, showing just how one problem in a tightly connected grid can ripple outward […]
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Policy Areas
EPIcenter faculty and student affiliates are creating the knowledge needed for effective, evidence-based, transformative energy policy. The links below showcase a sampling of our research and areas of expertise. For more information, please contact epicenter@gatech.edu.
Upcoming Events
ATL Cleantech Connect
October 15, 2025
Join us – The next ATL CleanTech Connect is focused on the future of sustainable energy solutions: innovation’s role in driving energy resilience. We meet quarterly to educate and collaborate on efforts designed to build one, integrated, and impactful cleantech launch ecosystem across greater Atlanta.
Contact Us

Energy Policy and Innovation Center
Carbon Neutral Energy Solutions (CNES) Laboratory
495 Tech Way NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

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