ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE REPORT 2024

Summary

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) published its 2024 Environmental Performance Report, detailing its ongoing efforts to minimize environmental impact and ensure compliance through its ISO 14001 certified Environmental Management System. In 2024, NREL reported no major environmental compliance violations and maintained its ISO 14001 certification since 2011. Key performance indicators included a 15.5% increase in energy intensity and a 29.4% increase in potable water use intensity, while nonhazardous solid waste diversion increased by 21.4% to 68.4%. The lab recorded six minor petroleum spills totaling 14.5 gallons and an effective public radiation dose of 0.040 mrem, well below the 10 mrem limit. Notable projects included new wastewater treatment at the Flatirons Campus and an internal assessment of its ozone-depleting substances program.

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