The National Renewable Energy Laboratory, or NREL for short, is a campus of research facilities located outside Denver in Golden, Colorado. This research center is devoted to studying alternative, sustainable sources of energy

It works on geothermal, hydroelectric, solar, and wind power, as well as on many other areas, and the campus even has a wind farm on the premises. Although visitors are not allowed to roam freely on the territory, walking tours, lunch lectures, and an energy program are available for adults to enjoy. The facility also has targeted educational programs for students of different ages.

15013 Denver West Parkway, Golden, CO 80401, Phone: 303-275-3000