mcp-nrel
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@mcp-nrelshow me solar irradiance data for Phoenix, AZ"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
mcp-nrel
NREL MCP — wraps the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory developer API
Part of Pipeworx — an MCP gateway connecting AI agents to 965+ live data sources.
Tools
Tool | Description |
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Quick Start
Add to your MCP client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.):
{
"mcpServers": {
"nrel": {
"url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/nrel/mcp"
}
}
}Or connect to the full Pipeworx gateway for access to all 965+ data sources:
{
"mcpServers": {
"pipeworx": {
"url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/mcp"
}
}
}Using with ask_pipeworx
Instead of calling tools directly, you can ask questions in plain English:
ask_pipeworx({ question: "your question about Nrel data" })The gateway picks the right tool and fills the arguments automatically.
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License
MIT
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