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This article provides information for the general public to sign into the Energy Program Information Center (EPIC) with OneID.

Users who wish to edit, manage, or submit applications through any DOE or CMEI system must first create an account in that system. Upon registration and signing in, you will be directed to the OneID Landing Page. OneID is the Department of Energy’s enterprise-wide multifactor authentication solution and is designed to give the user community an easier and secure way to access applications.

STEP 1: Sign in Using OneID

From the system home page, click Sign In on the top right of the screen and Accept the General Terms of Use in the pop-up screen.
Click either option to sign in: CMEI, FFRDC, or NETL Staff or General Public. The information icon gives a description of each option available to sign in.
Authenticate with OneID.

CMEI, FFRDC, or NETL Staff users:

On the OneID landing page, click one of the OneID authentication methods to continue.

General Public Users:

Click Authenticate with OneID to be taken to the OneID landing page.
Select Login.gov to authenticate your account.
Sign in with your Login.gov account or create an account. When signing in, a one-time code is sent to the phone number registered to your account. Enter the code and click Submit.

Connect to DOE

When the verification process is complete, agree to share the information with the Department of Energy. Click Agree and continue to return to EPIC and continue the sign-in process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is OneID and why do I need it to access EPIC?
OneID is the Department of Energy’s enterprise-wide multifactor authentication solution, designed to provide users with a more secure and easier way to access applications like EPIC.

2. Do I need to create an account before I can sign into EPIC?
Yes, users who wish to edit, manage, or submit applications through any DOE or CMEI system must first create an account in that system.

3. What are the different sign-in options available for EPIC?
You can sign in using options for CMEI, FFRDC, or NETL Staff, or as a General Public user. Each option directs you through the OneID authentication process.

4. How do General Public users authenticate their accounts with OneID?
General Public users click 'Authenticate with OneID' on the OneID landing page, then select 'Login.gov' to authenticate their account. This involves signing in with a Login.gov account or creating one, and then entering a one-time code sent to their registered phone number.