Mission

The Richard G. Lugar Center for Renewable Energy was established to address the societal needs for clean, affordable and renewable energy sources, improve the nation’s energy security, and reduce global warming. Its primary mission is to promote research excellence in the area of renewable energy through collaborative efforts among faculty in the disciplines of engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, and environmental affairs. It will promote renewable energy applications through teaching, learning, civic engagement, and synergistic partnerships with industry

Goals of the Center

• Develop an international reputation for excellence in renewable energy research, with an emphasis on renewable hydrogen generation and its applications


• Develop and sustain a core expertise in fuel cell technology and in bio-fuel production and applications


• Develop and sustain research activities through collaborations and partnerships with federal agencies, state government, and industry


• Pursue commercialization of new technologies through industry collaborations


• Expand participation to all Indiana University campuses

Areas of Current Research

• Renewable energy through fuel cell technology
• Renewable hydrogen (Solar, Reformers)
• Environmentally benign usage of renewable fuels
• Bio-fuel production and applications
• Advanced battery technology
• Policy and societal issues

Participating Campuses and Schools

• IUPUI, IU Bloomington, IU South Bend
• School of Engineering & Technology
• School of Science
• School of Public and Environmental Affairs
• School of Medicine