The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science and Technology has released a new set of cards to illustrate and describe OST-funded environmental technologies that are well on their way to commercialization. Included with the cards is a technology investment decision model OST uses to help decide if a new technology's performance and acceptability warrant continued funding. The new cards feature technologies that have progressed through at least gate 4 on the model and are entering the engineering development phase. Each card contains a color photograph of the technology on one side and a description and list of applications and benefits on the other side.

To receive a packet of technology cards and OST's model for making technology investment decisions, call DOE's Center for Environmental Management Information at (800) 736-3282. If calling from Washington, D.C., call (202) 863-5084.