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Energy Non-Procurement List

A list, created by the Department of Energy, of companies determined to be involved in activities harmful to U.S. national security, economic security, or foreign policy, especially in the energy sector.

Foreign entity of concern

A type of foreign company or organization that is considered a threat to U.S. interests, as defined by an existing federal law (the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act).

Critical materials

Raw materials or elements essential for manufacturing and the economy, but for which there is a high risk of supply disruption, as defined by the Energy Act of 2020.

Covered contractor

A company that has a contract with the Department of Energy and either directly uses an entity on the Energy Non-Procurement List or uses goods, services, or technology containing components from such an entity.

Procurement

The process by which a government agency buys goods, services, or technology from a supplier.

Supply chain

The entire network of companies and processes involved in creating a product and delivering it to the consumer, from raw materials to finished goods.