How to Register in the EERE Program Information Center

This article walks you through the steps to create an account in the EERE Program Information Center, whether you’re affiliated with the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), FFRDCs or with Industry, Academia, Non-Profit, or Government organizations.

📌 Important: Your organization must be registered in SAM.gov before you can gain access to the system.

Step 1: Start the Registration Process

1. Go to the EERE Program Information Center homepage.

2. Click Create Account in the top right corner.

Step 2: Select the Type of Account

Choose the option that matches your affiliation:

🔹 For NETL or FFRDCs

• This includes users from Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL).

🔹 For General Public / Other Organizations

• This includes individuals from Industry, Academia, Non-Profits, Federal, State, or Local Government.

Step 3: Authenticate with OneID

You will be redirected to the OneID landing page:

• For General Public: Click Login.gov under “Sign on with another account.”

• For NETL/FFRDC: Select any available OneID authentication method.

Log in with your existing account or follow prompts to create one. You’ll receive a one-time code to verify your identity.

Step 4: Enter Personal Information

• Enter your First Name and Last Name.

• The primary email is pre-filled (from your login credentials).

• (Optional) Add a secondary email or phone number.

Step 5: Select Account Affiliation

Choose your account type based on your role:

🟦For Industry, Non-Profit, Academia, or Government Users

1. Under Account Affiliation, select your organization type.

2. Enter your UEI or organization name. Your org must be registered in SAM.gov.

3. Click Search, then select your organization from the list.

4. Review the Organization Details, then click Next.

If your AOR is not yet registered in the system, you’ll see a message. You may continue registration, but access will be restricted until your AOR approves it.

1. Choose the role(s) needed (AORs are auto-assigned the AOR role).

2. Review your profile and click Submit Request.

Your organization’s AOR(s)/AA(s) will receive a notification to approve your account.

🟦For NETL Users

You’ll see three options under “Account Affiliation”:

• NETL Applicants

• NETL Technology Development Center

• NETL Support Services

Follow the instructions below based on your selection.

✅ NETL Users who will apply to funding opportunities

1. 1. Select DOE Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC).

   2. Choose National Energy Technology Laboratory as your FFRDC.

   3. Select the role(s) you need to conduct business (brief role descriptions are provided).

   4. Review your profile and click Submit Request.

Once submitted, your NETL AOR(s)/AA(s) will be notified to approve your account.

✅ NETL Technology Development Center

1. 1. Select National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) – Award and Project Administrators.

   2. Expand the EERE list and select the Technology Office and role(s) needed.

   3. Review your profile and click Submit Request.

The appropriate Technology Office administrator will review and approve your account.

✅ NETL Support Services (e.g., Financial Assistance, Legal)

1. 1. Select National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) – Award and Project Administrators.

   2. Select NETL, choose your role(s), and click Next.

   3. Review your profile and click Submit Request.

The NETL office administrator will review and approve your request.

Step 6:  What Happens Next

Your account will be reviewed by the appropriate Account Administrator (AA) or Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR). You will receive an email once your account is approved and active.