September 19, 2025
The co-chairs of the Science and Technology Action Committee (STAC), a nonpartisan alliance of nonprofit, academic, foundation and business leaders advocating for greater focus and funding of science and technology, issued the following statement congratulating Dr. Dario Gil on his confirmation as Under Secretary at the Department of Energy:
STAC congratulates Dr. Dario Gil in his new role as Under Secretary for Science at the Department of Energy. Dr. Gil’s track record of advancing scientific innovation and fostering cross-sector collaboration makes him ideally suited for this role. As a former member of STAC, Dr. Gil has demonstrated a deep commitment to ensuring American science can deliver impactful discoveries, therapies, and technologies for the U.S. economy, our national security, and our global leadership.
Dr. Gil was also essential to the development of the Vision for American Science and Technology (VAST), a STAC gameplan to ensure the U.S. continues to lead the world in breakthroughs and innovation. Just as his insights have been invaluable to STAC and VAST, his leadership, vision, and expertise will be critical to bolstering America’s well-being and competitiveness. Dr. Gil understands what’s at stake, and he brings the experience and strategic insight needed to move our nation forward.