Form 990 Department of the Treasury internal Revenue Service PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COPY Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internat Revenue Code (except private foundations) Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public. Go to for instructions and the latest information. OMB No, 1545-004? A For the 2018 oalen dar year, or tax year beginning and ending 8 Egg?m?e: Name of organization Employer identification number lass INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH DETETQG Doing business return Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to streetaddress) Room/suite Telephone numbe; Egg 3.155 15TH STREET, NW 900 (202) 621-2950 :Zaned City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code Gross receipts 3- 6 24 3- 3 3 Biggie WASHINGTON 1 DC 2'0 0 0 5 H(a) Is this a group return 333mg Narne and address of officerzTHOM-AS PYLE for subordinates? DYes No SAME AS ABOVE th) Are all subordinates i: No I Yaxvexempt status: 501(c)(3) Li Website: . INSTITUTEFORENERGYRESEARCH . ORG Form Corporation L__l Trust Association El 0ther> Summary Part; )4 (insertno) l_l 4947(a)(1) or I_l 527 it attach a list. (see instructions) H(c) Group exemption number i Year of formation: 1 9 8 9] State of legal domicile: - Signature Block or 1 Brie?y describe the organization?s mission or most significant activities: THE IN STITUTE OR ENERGY RESEARCH IER) I A ORGANIZATION THAT CONDUCTS 2 Check this box if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets. 3 3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part Vi, line To) 3 5 4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part Vt, tine 1b) 4 5 ?33 5 Total numberr of individuals employed in calendar year 2018 (Part V, line 2a) 5 4 6 Total number or volunteers (estimate it necessary) a 5 7 a Total unrelated business revenue from Part cotumn (C), line 12 7a 0 . Net unreiated business taxable income from Form 9901', line 38 7b 0 . Prior Year Current Year to 8 Contributions and grants (Part line 3hProgram sewloe revenue (Pan vet, line 29investment income (Part coiunen (A), lines Other revenue (Part column (A), lines 5, 6d, 80, 9c, 100Total revenue - add ?nes 8 through 11 {must equal Part Vllt, column (A), line 12Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1-3) 0 . 0 . 14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part lX, column (A), line 4) 0 . 0 . 15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5163 Professional fundraising fees (Part iX, column (A), line 11a) 0 . 0 . :35 Totai fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25Other expenses (Part column (A), lines Total expenses. Add lines 13-17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), tine 25Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line Beginning of Current Year End of Year as 20 2,186,740. 2,269,052. d3 21 Total {Pas x, line 26Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from tine true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other then officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge. Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, It is Sign Signature of officer Date Here THOMAS PYLE PRES IDENT Type or print name and title Print/Type preparer's name Preparer?s signature Date check Preharer Finn's name HAN GROUP LLC Firm's EIN 5 Use Only Firm?s address 1020 19TH STREET, NW, SUITE 800 WASHINGTON, DC 20035 Phoneno.(202) 293-7000 Di] Yes May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructions) 832001 12-31?1 8 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions. SEE SCHEDULE 0 FOR ORGANIZATION MISSION STATEMENT CONTINUATION LING Form 990 (201 8) IRS e'?le Signature Authorization OMB No.1545-1573 em 8879- E0 for an Exempt Organization For calendar year 2016, or fiscal year beginning 2018, and ending 20 20 18 Department of the Treasury Do not send to the ERS. Keep for your record 3. Internal Revenue Service . Go to for the latest information. Name of exempt organizatron Employer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76-0149778 Name and title of either THOMAS PYLE PRE IDENT Part Type of Return and ?eturn Information (Whole Dollars Only} Check the box for the return for which you are using this Form 8879430 and enter the applicable amount, if any, from the return. If you check the box on line 1a, 2a, 3a, 43, or 5a, below, and the amount on that line for the return being filed with this form was blank, then leave line to, 2b, 3b, 4b, or 5b, whichever is applicable, blank (do not enter 0-). Bot, if you entered 0- on the return, then enter -0- on the applicable tine beiow. Do not compiete more than one rune In Part l. 13 Form 990 check here Totai reVenue, if any (Form 990, Part var, column (A), line 12Form QQOVEZ check here Totat revenue, if any (Form 990-52, line 9) 2b 3a Form 11204301. check here I: Totaltax(?ormt120?POL, line 22) 3b 43 Form 990-PF check here i Tax based on investment income (Form QQO-PF, Part \rl, lrne5) 4b 5a Form 8888 check here Balance Due (Form 8868, line 30) 5b Declaration and Signature Authorization of Officer Under penalties of perjury, I declare that am an officer of the above organization and that I have examined a copy of the organization?s 2018 electronic return and accompanying schedules and statements and to the best of my knowledge and belief, they are true, correct, and complete. further dectare that the amount in Part above is the amount shown or; the copy of the organization?s electronic return. i consent to allow my intermediate service provider, transmitter, or electronic return originator (ERG) to send the organization?s return to the and to receive from the IRS an acknowledgement of receipt or reason for reiection or the transmission, the reason for any deiay in processing the return or refund, and the date of any refund. lf apptica?oie, authorize the 8.8. Treasury and its designated Financial Agent to initiate an electronic funds withdrawal (direct debit) entry to the financial institution account indicated in the tax preparation software for payment of the organization?s fedora; taxes owed on this return, and the ?nancial institution to debit the entry to this account. To revoke a payment, i mast contact the L33. Treasury Financial Agent at 1-888-3534537 no later than 2 business days prior to the payment (settlement) date. aiso authorize the financial institutions involved in the processing of the electronic payment of taxes to receive confidential information necessary to answer inquiries and reserve issues related to the payment. have selected a personal identification number (PIN) as my signature for the organization?s electronic return and, if applicabte, the organization?s consent to erectronic funds withdrawai. Officer?s PEN: check one box only authorize HAN GROUP LLC to enter my 0 0 1 ?rm name Enter five numbers, but do not enter ail zeros as my signature on the organization's tax year 2018 eiectronlcally filed return, If i have indicated within this return that a copy of the return is being flied with a state agency(ies) regulating charities as part of the Fed/State program, i also authorize the aforementioned ERO to enter my on the return's disclosure consent screen. As an officer of the organization, i will enter my PIN as my signature on the organization?s tax year 201 8 erectronically filed return. it I have indicated within this return that a copy of the return is being filed with a state agency(ies) regulating charities as part of the Fed/State program, witl enter my PIN on the return?s disclosure consent screen. Officer's signature Thomas Date October 30, 2019 m: melannqtazmm Certification and Authentication Enter your six-digit electronic filing identification number (EFIN) followed by your five-digit sort?selected PINnot enter alt zeros I certify that the above numeric entry is my which is my signature on the 2018 electronically tiled return for the organization indicated above. I confirm that am submitting this return in accordance with the requirements of Pub. 4163, Modernized e-Fiie lntormation for Authorized IRS e~?le Providers for Business Returns. ERO's signature Date ERO Must Retain This Form - See Instructions Do Not Submit This Form to the Unless Requested To Do So LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions. Form (2018) 823051 1 0*26- 8 16001009 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Form 990 2018} INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH page 2 Par-til Statement of Program Service Accomplishments Check if Schedule contains a response or note to any line in this Part 1 Briefly describe the organization' mission: THE INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH (IER) IS A PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT CONDUCTS INTENSIVE RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS ON THE FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS, AND GOVERNMENT REGULATION OF GLOBAL ENERGY MARKETS. IER MAINTAINS THAT FREELY FUNCTIONING ENERGY MARKETS PROVIDE 2 Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the prior Form 990 or gee-E2? Bras No it ?Yes," describe these new services on Scheduie O. 3 D?d the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? EYes No if "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule 0. 4 Describe the organization?s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported; 43 (Code: (Expenses including grants of (Revenue$ 5 7 3 . PUBLIC EDUCATION: IER TURNS RESEARCH INTO EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS. COMMUNICATION AND EDUCATION EFFORTS ARE DISSEMINATED EMPLOYING BOTH TRADITIONAL AND NEW MEDIA TO EDUCATE POLICY MAKERS, THE MEDIA, THE GENERAL PUBLIC, AND OTHER CONSTITUENCIES ON ENERGY ISSUES AND SOUND ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY. 4b (Code: (Expenses 5 4 5: 7 1 6- including grants of (Revenue 5 1,9 0 0- RESEARCH: IER CONDUCTS INTENSIVE, ORIGINAL RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS ON THE) FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS, AND GOVERNMENT REGULATION OF GLOBAL ENERGY MARKETS. IER HAS EARNED A SOLID REPUTATION AS A PREMIER SOURCE OF ACCURATE, SUBSTANTIVE AND TIMELY ENERGY INFORMATION FOR POLICY MAKERS, THE MEDIA, AND PUBLIC. IER SCHOLARLY RESEARCH PROVIDES THE INTELLECTUAL UNDERPINNINGS FOR OUR EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS. THIS YEAR WE FOCUSED ON IMPEDIMENTS TO DOMESTIC ENERGY PRODUCTION, INCLUDING GOVERNMENT RESTRICTIONS ON ACCESS, BURDENSOME REGULATIONS, AND THE FAVORITISM OF ENERGY SOURCES THAT ARE UNSUSTAINABLE IN THE MARKET PLACE. 40 (Code: (Expenses includ?ng grants of (Revenue 4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule 0.) (Expenses 3 Including grants of (Revenue 49 Total program service expenses Form 990 (201 8) 832002 12-31?15 2 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Form 990 (2018) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Page 3 Part?! Checklist of Required Schedules Yes No 1 is the organization described in section 501(c)(8) or (other than a private toundation)? ff "Yes, complete Schedule A 2 ls the organization required to complete Schedule 8, Schedule of Contributors? 2 3 Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public once? If ?Yes, complete Schedule 0, Pair 3 4 Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax Year? If "Yes: complete SChedU/e or Pan? 4 5 is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98~1 9? If ?Yes, complete Schedule C, Part 5 6 Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part! 6 7 Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space, the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part ll 7 8 Did the organization rnaintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part in 8 9 Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability, serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? ll "res. comp/ale Schedule D, Parl lv 9 10 Did the organization, directly or through a rotated organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If ?Yes, complete Schedule D, Part ?t 1 if the organization?s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts Vi, Vii, lX, or as applicable. a Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Paul 1 1a Did the organization report an amount for investments other securities in Part X, tine 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part x, line "i a? ll "Yes, complete Schedule D. Part 11b Did the organization report an amount for investments - program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 15? If "Yes, complete Schedule Dr P317 11c at Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part IX 11d Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If ?Yes, complete Schedule D, Part 11e Did the organization?s separate or consoiidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization?s liability for uncertain tax positions under 48 (A86 740)? If "Yes, complete Schedule D, Part 111? 12a Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? if ?Yes, complete Schedule 0, Parts XI and XII 12a 19 Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? if "Yes, and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule 0, Parts XI and is optional 12b 13 is the organization a school described in section 11? "Yes, complete SChedu?e 13 14a Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? 14a Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $1 00,000 or more? ll ?Yes, complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV 14b 15 Did the organization report on Part iX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? if "Yes, complete Schedule F, Parts and 15 16 Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for toreign individuals? If "Yes, comp/ere SChedUie F, Parts and I 16 17 Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part lX, column (A). lines 6 and 1 ie? 11? "Yes. complete Schedule G. Pal? I . 17 18 Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part Vlli, lines and 8a? ll "res, Schedule 6, Part ll 18 19 Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part Eine 9a? 17? "Yes, complete Schedule G, PM Hi 19 203 Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes, complete Schedule 20a If ?Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited 1?nancial statements to this return? 20b 21 Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, coiumn (A), line 1? If ?Yes, complete Schedule 1, Parts I and ll 21 332003 12431-18 3 Form 990 (201 8) 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IE3 1 For 22 23 m990-20t8) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76?0149778 [26,994 Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If "Yes, complete Schedule l, Parts and Did the organization answer ?Yes" to Part Vll, Section A, tine 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization?s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If Yes, complete Schedule 24a Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2602? If "Yes, answer lines 24b through 240' and complete Schedule K. If "No, go to line 25a Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year to defease any tax-exempt bonds? 25a Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disquaiitied person during the year? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior yearthat the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization?s prior Forrns 990 or If ?Yes, complete Schedule L, Pad! Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated empicyees, or disq ualified persons? lf "Yes, complete Schedule L. Part ll Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? if "Yes; complete Schedwe L: Pall 1? Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part lV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptionscurrent or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes, complete Schedule 1., Part IV 283 A family member of a current or former officer director trustee or key employee? If ?Yes complete Schedule Part IV 28b I An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key emp (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes, complete Schedule L, Part IV 280 Did the organization receive more than $25 000 in non cash contributions? if "Yes, complete Schedule 29 Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or quaiified conservation contributions? 1' 7? complete Schedule 30 Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N. Peru 31 Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net asaets?lf ?Yes, complete Schedule N, Pad 32 Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate frorn the organization under Regulations sections 30177012 and 30177033? If "Yes, complete Schedule Ft Patti 33 Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes, complete Schedule H, Part ll, Ill, oer, and Part v, line 1 34 35a Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(33)? 353 If ?Yes" to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 5120303)? If "Yes, complete Schedule 9: Part line 2 35b Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non~charitable related organization? it "Yes, 1' complete Schedule a, Pad v, ?ne 2 36 Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? lf "Yes, complete Schedule R, Part VI 3? Did the organization complete Schedule 0 and provide explanations in Schedule 0 for Part VI, lines ?l and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to oomptete Schedule 0 38 ?i artv Statements Regarding Other Filings and Tax Compliance a Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter if not applicable 1a Enter the number of Forms W-ZG included in line is. Enter 0- it not applicable to Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? 832004 1 2431-18 2151 Form 990 (2018) 1102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Part1! Statements Regarding Other Filings and Tax Compliance(ccn?nued} Form 990 (201 a) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Page 5 2a Enter the number of employees reported on Forrn Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements, tiied for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return if at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization fiie alt required federal empioyment tax returns? Note. if the sum of lines 13 and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions) 3a Did the organization have unreiated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? If "Yes," has it tiieci a Form 990-?? for this year? If "No" to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule 0 4a At anytime during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or otherr financial account)? it "Yes,? enter the name of the foreign country: See instructions for filing requirements for Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and (FEAR). 53 Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? 6a Does the organization have annuai gross receipts that are normaliy greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax ded uctibie as charitable contributions? If "Yes did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductibie? Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 3 Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partiy for goods and services provided to the payer? it ?Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? 0 Did the organization seli, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to fiie Form 8282? .. it "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year I 7d Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract? Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? if the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization fite Form 8899 as required? If the organization receivod a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicies, did the organization file a Form 10986? 8 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? 9 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. a Did the sponsoring organization make any taxabie distributions under section 4966? 1) Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person? 10 Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter: a initiation fees and capitai contributions included on Part Vili, line 12 10a in Gross receIpts Included on Form 990 Part Me 12 for public use of ciub faciiltres 10b 11 Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter: a Gross income from members or shareholders 11a Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them 11b 12a Section non- exempt charitable trusts is the organization filing Form 990 In ties of Form 1041? it"Yes,? enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year 13 Section 501(c)(29) quaiified nonprofit heatth insurance issuers. a is the organization licensed to issue quaiified health plans in more than one state? Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule 0. Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is iicensed to issue quaiified health plans 0 Enter the amount of reserves on hand 14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? 143 14b 15 is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute paymentlS) during the year? If "Yes," see instructions and fits Form 4720, Schedule N. 16 Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income? if ?Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule 0. 832005 12?31?18 5 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 FOR ENERGY RESEAR Form 990 (-2018) IER 1 990 201 a) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Pace 6 . Governance, Management, and Disctosure Foreach "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below and fora ?No" response to line Ba, 8b, or 10!) below, describe the circumstances processes, or changes in Schedule 0 See instructions Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line In this Part Vi Section A. Governing Body and Management is Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ta if there are material differences in voting tights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule 0. Enter the number of voting members included in line 13, above, who are independent 1b 2 Did any officer, director, trustee, or key emptoyee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee. or key employee? 2 3 Did the organization detegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors, or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? 3 4 Did the organization make any SIgmfIcant changes to its governing documents Since the prior Form 990 was filed? 4 5 Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization?s assets? 5 6 Did the organization have members or stockholders? 6 73 Did the organization have members stockholders or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? 76 Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approvai by) members, stockholders, or ootoono other than the governing body? 7?b 8 Did the organization contemporaneously documenttne meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following: a The governing body? Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? 9 is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part Vll, Section A, who cannot be reacned at the organization's mailihq address? If "Yes, provide the names and addresses in Schedule 0 9 Section B. Policies (T his Section 8 requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.) Yes No 10s Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? 103 it ?Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization?s exempt purposes? 10b 11a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? tta Describe in Scheduie the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. 12:3 Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No, go to line 13 123 Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? 12b 0 Did the organization reguiarly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes, describe in Schedule 0 how this was done 12:: 13 14 Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction pciicy? 15 Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a teview and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the detiberation and decision? a The organization?s CEO, Executive Director, or top management officiai Other of?cers or key employees of the organization 15b If "Yes" to line 15s or 15b, describe the process in Schedule 0 (see instructions). .. 16a Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or simiiar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? it "Yes,? did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicabie federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization?s exempt status with respect to such arranoements? Section C. Disclosure 17 List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed SCHEDULE 0 18 Section 6104 reouites an organization to make its Forms 1023 (1024 or 1024A if applicable), 990, and QQO-T (Section 501(c)(3)s onty) available for pubiic inspection, indicate how you made these availabie. Check all that apply. Own website Another?s website Upon request Other {explain in Schedule 0) 19 Describe in Schedule 0 whether (and it so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements avaitable to the public during the tax year. 20 State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization?s books and records THE ORGANIZATION (202) 621w2950 1155 15TH STREET, NW, NO. 900, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 832005 12-31?13 Form 990 (2018) 6 2151,1102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Form 990 2018} Empioyees, and independent Contractors Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any tine in this Part VII Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Empioyees, and Highest Compensated Empioyees ta Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the ca 0 List arr of the organization's current officers, directors, trustees Enter -0- in columns (0), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid. 0 List all of the organization?s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee.? 0 List the organization?s five current highest compensated emp able compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7? of Form 1099 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Part Compensation of Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated 76m0149778 Page 7 iendar year eneing with or within the organization?s tax year. (whether individuals or organizations), regardiess of amount of compensation. ioyees (other than an officer, director, trustee, or key employee) who received report- of more than $100,000 from the organization and any related organizations. List all of the organization?s former officers, key employees, and highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. 0 List all of the organization?s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trust and former such persons. Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee. ees; officers; key employees; highest compensated employees; (A) (B) (D) (E) (F) Name and Title Average (do no, one Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per box. unless person is both an compensation compensation amount of week officer and a director/trustee) from from reiate other {?st any the organizations compensation hours for a: 2-3. organization from the related i; {w-2/1 oes?mrsc) organization organizations g. and related beiow g? 5 organizations ?ne) a a Lee (1) PRESTON MARSHALL . 0 0 CHAIRMAN 0 . . 0 . (2) JAMES CLARKSON 1 . 0 0 DIRECTOR (3) WAYNE GAELE 1 . 00 DIRECTOR 1.00 0. 0. 0. (4) STEVEN HAYWARD . 0 0 DIRECTOR 0 . 0 . . (5) TRENT SEBITs . 0 0 DIRECTOR 0 . 0 . 0 . (6) THOMAS PYLE 18 . 0 0 PRESIDENT 32.00 127,728. 222,909. 28,161. i 7) ROBERT BRADLEY 45 . 0 0 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 5.00 143,061. 16,139. 15,062. (8) LISA WALLACE 21 . 00 SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT832007 12-31-18 7 Form 990(2018) 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 For 99 0 2018) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Page 8 Ra Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Keg Em atoyees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued) (A) (B) (Ql (D) (E) (F) Name and title Average (do not eggfi'ggmn one Reportable Reportable Estimated hours per bog, unless person is both an compensation compensation amount of week officer and a director/trustee) from from related other (?3t any the organizations compensation hours for 3 organization (we/1099mm) item the related {we/1 organization organizations and related below 5 5 organizations 1b Sub-tots 355.324- 371.311. 64.255. 6 Total from continuation sheets to Part Vii, Section Total(addlines1band?lc) 365:324' 3711311' 64r255' 2 Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization Dr 3 Did the organization iist any former officer, director, or trustee, key emptoyee, or highest compensated empioyee on line 1a? If "Yes, campfefe Schedute for such individual 4 For any individual listed on line is. is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes, complete Schedule for such individual 5 {)id any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization ozr individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes complete Schedule for such person Section B. independent Contractors 1 Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $1 00,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar yea;r ending with or within the Giganizaticn's tax year. (A) (B) (C) Name and business address Description of services Compensation NJI MEDIA 101 1/ 2 SOUTH UNION STREET MEDIA SERVICES AND ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314 CONSULTING 111 654 . 2 Total number of independent contractors (inducing but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization 3. 832008 12?31?18 8 ?Ii?I'orm 990 23.511102 3.40308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 2018) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Page 9 t5: Statement of Revenue Check it Schedule 0 contains a Form 990 Part . or note to line in this Part Vlil .. Total revenue Related 01- Unrelated R$y?gzutax dad exempt function busnness sections revenue revenue 512 - 514 Federated campaigns Membership dues Fundraising events Related organizations Government grants (contributions) All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts notinciuded above Noncash contributions included in lines 1a?1f: 3-1 and Other Similar Amounts Contributions, Gifts, usiness CONTRACT REVENUE PUBLICATIONS Program Service Raven ue other program service revenue investment income (including dividends, interest, and other simiiar amounts} Dr income from investment of tax?exempt bond proceeds Royalties . Reai Personal Gross rents Less: rental expenses Rental income or (loss) Net rentai income or (loss) Gross amount from sales of Securities assets other than inventory Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses Gain or 0088) Net gain or (loss) Gross income from fundraising events (not inciuding of contributions reported on line is). See Part iV, line 18 Lessz direct exsenses 0 Net income or (ices) from tundraising events Gross income from gaming activities. See Part IV, line 19 Less: direct expenses Other Revenue Net income or (loss) from gaming activities Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances Less: cost of goods soid from sales of Miscellaneous Revenue OTHER INCOME HONORARIUM Othei? revenue Total. Add lines 1361410? Totai revenue. See instructions . 832009 12451-16 Form 990 (2018) 9 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Form 990 2018) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Part 3; Statement of Functional Expenses 76?0149778 Page?EO Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete coiumn (A). Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX A Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, Total expenses Pro (Part vrlr. gram 39??09 Management and Fundralsang expenses 1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign ineividuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 4 Benefits paid to or for members 5 Compensation of current of?cers, directors, trustees,andkeyemployees 403,851. 295,019. 36,619. 72,223. 6 Compensation not insedeo above, to disqualified persons (as de?ned under section 4958(t)(1)) and persons described in section 7' Othersaiariesanctwages 282,274. 243,405. 38,702. 167. 8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403w) employer contributionsOthetemployeebenefits 14,233. 12,595. 1,638. to Payroiltaxes . 37.393. 29,110. 4,389. 3,894. 11 Fees for services (non-employees): a Management Logo? 24.558- 24,668. Accounting 59.584. 59,584. Lobbying Professionai tundraising sen/ices. See Part IV, line 1? Investment management fees 9 Other. line lie amountexceeds 10% oiline 25, 448,917. 423,784. 2,187. 22,946. 12 Advertising and promotion 13 O?iceexpenses 47:250- 14.595. 2,905- 29.750- 14 lntormationteohnologv 15 Roya?ties 16 Occupancy 114,546. 85,099- 16,950. 11,587. 1? Travel 43:877* 36:427' 7'293' 157' 18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officiais 19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings ll 5 . 115 . 20 interest Payments to affiliates 22 Depteciation, depletion, one amortization insurance 25:415- 20.873? 2.790- 2.755- 24 Other expenses. ltemize expenses notcoveted above. (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. lt line 24c amount exceeds 18% of tine 25, cotemn (A) amount, list tine 249 expenses on Schedule 0.) a TELECOMMUNICATIONS 23,875. 17,161. 2,048. 4,666. LICENSE AND REGISTRATIO 10,523. 368. 10,155. 0 BANK FEES 2,686. 1,296. 1,390. ct Allotherexoenses 9,595. 2,825. 5,770. 25 1,629,291. 1,240,604. 214,373. 174,314. 26 Joint costs. Compiete tins iine only if the organization reported in column (B) ioiet costs from a comelned educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here if ioliowing SOP 38?2 (ABC 958?720) 832010 12?3143 Form 990 {2018) 1 0 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 2818) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH page 1 i s;BabnceSheet Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part . (A) (B) Beginning of year End of year 1 Cash - non-interestubearing Savings and temporary ease investments 4:120- 3 4 Accounts receivabieLoans and other receivabies from current and former officers, directors, I 2 I It I trustees, key empioyees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part of Schedule 6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees? beneficiary organizations (see instr). Complete Part ll of 6 23 7 Notes and loans receivable. net 7 4 8 3:101- 8 7:701- 9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges 10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis Complete Part Vi of Schedule 10a Less: accumulated depreciation too 529 515 . 131 961 . I103 131 810 . 11 Hwes?nm?s?pub?dyimdedeem??bs it 12 investments . other securities. See Part iV, line 11 12 13 investments . program?related. See Part iV, line it 13 14 Intangibie assets 14 15 OWma?meS%PmH%mwii 42:005' 42:005? 15 Total assets. Add lines 1throuqn 15 (must qugi line 34Accounts payable and accrued expenses Grants payable 18 I 19 Deferred revenue Taxexemptbend?eb?Mes Escrow or custodial account Complete Part ii! of Schedule 22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated empioyees, and disqualified persons. Complete Part 8 of Schedule 23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties 24 Unsecured notes and loans oayable to unrelated third parties 25 Other {including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part of &mame 92:827- 25 78:497- 26 Total Add lines 17 throuqh Organizations that foiiow SFAS 117 (A80 958), check here LE and 3 complete lines 2? through 29, and tines 33 and 34. 27 Unrestricted net assets Tempeiariiy restricted net assets . 28 29 Permanently restricted net assets If Organizations that do not follow SFAS ?i 17 (A80 958), check here and oompiete iines 30 through 34. +3 30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds 30 31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, budding, or equipment fund 31 32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds 32 33 210331333. 33 2,028,175. 34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund baiances Form 990 (2018) 832011 12?31 ~15 21511102 140308 IER 11 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Form 990 (2018) INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Page 12 5"?in Reconciliation of Net Assets Check if Schedule 0 contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI 1 Total revenue (must equal Part Vill, column (A), line 12Total expenses (must equal Part IX. column (A), line 25Revenue less expenses. Subtract ?ne 2 from line Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year {must equai Part X, line 33, column Net unrealized gains (lessee) on investments 5 6 Donated services and use of 6 7 investment expenses 7 8 Prior period adjustments 8 9 Other changes in net assets or fond balances (explain in Schedule 0) 9 0 . 10 Net assets or fund batances at end of year. Combine tines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, tine 33, column(B)) 10 2:028:175- Patti-X11; Financial Statements and Reporting Check if Scheduie 0 contains a response or note to any tine in this Part XII El Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: El Cash Accrual El Other If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked ?Other," expiain in Schedule 0. 2a Were the organization?s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant? it ?Yes," check a box beiow to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both: Separate basis [3 Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basis Were the organization ?8 financial; statements audited by an independent accountant? If "Yes,? check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both: Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separate basis 0 If "Yes? to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its ?nancial statements and seiection of an independent accountant? if the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule 0. 3a As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular 3a If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? it the organization did not undergo the required audit 3b Form 990 (2018) or audits, explain Why in Scheduie and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits 832012 12-31-18 12 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER SCHEDULE A . . . OMB No, 1545-0047 (Form 990 or 990452) Public Charity Status and Public Support - Compiete if the organization Is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)( 1) nonexempt charitable trust. of the Treasury Attach to Form 990 or Form mama: Revenue ssmce Go to for instructions and the latest information. Name of the organization Employer identification number .. .. INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 75*0149778 ?a Reason for Public Charity Status (At: organizations must complete this part.) See instructions. The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 12, check only one box.) 1 A church, convention of churches, or association of churches described in section 2 A school described in section (Attach Schedule (Form 990 or 3 A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 4 A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section Enter the hospital?s name, city, and state: An organization Operated for the benefit of a cctlege or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in section (Complete Part II.) A tederat, state, or tocal government or governmentai unit described in section An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public described in section (Complete Part it.) A community trust described in section (Complete Part it.) An agricultural research organization described in section operated in conjunction with a land-grant college or university or a non-land-grant college of agriculture (see instructions). Enter the narne, city, and state of the coilege or university: An organization that normaily receives: more than 33 1/8% of its sUpport from contributions, membership fees, and gross receipts from activities related to its exempt functions . subiect to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 33 1/3% of its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part Hi.) 11 An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. See section 509(a)(4). 12 [3 An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(c)(2), See section 509(a)(3). Check the box in lines 12a through 12d that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines ?12s, 12f, and 129. a E: Type I. A supporting organization operated, supervised, or controiled by its supported crganization(s), typically by giving the supported organization(s) the power to regularly appoint or eiect a maiority of the directors or trustees of the supporting organization. You must complete Part iV, Sections A and B. Type ii, A supporting organization supervised or controlled in connection with its supported organization(s), by having control or management of the supporting organization vested in the same persons that control or manage the supported organization(s). You must complete Part EV, Sections A and C. Type functionaiiy integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with, and functionaily integrated with, its supported organization(s) (see instructions). You must complete Part iV, Sections A, D, and E. E: Type lli non?functionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with its supported organization(s) that is not functionally integrated. The organization generaily must satisfy a distribution requirement and an attentiveness requirement (see instructions), You must compiete Part lV, Sections A and D, and Part V. Check this box if the organization received a written determination from the that it is a Type l, Type ll, Type ill functionally integrated, or Type ill non-functionally integrated supporting organization. Enter the number of SUpnorted organizations E::l [Joann 10 9 Provide the foliowing information about the supported organization(s). l" Name of supported EEN Type of organization . WSW Wilma 9? '53 Amount of monetary (vi) Amount of other - (described on tines 1-15 . . . organization Yes No support (see Instructions) support (see Instructions) above see instructionsi) Totai LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or QQO-EZ. 832021 10111?15 Scheduie A (Form 990 or 2018 3 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FGR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Schedule A Form 990 or 990 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76?0 14 9 7 '7 8 pane 2 ule for Organizations Iescribe- In Sections 170(b)(1 A)(iv) and 170(b) 1 (vi) (Complete only if you checked the box on tine 5 7, or 8 of Part or it the organization failed to qualify under Part If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part ill.) Section A. Pubiic Support Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning mi} 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Total 1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not includeany"unusualgrantsf? 1774115. 2959019. 1854563. 789,113. 1539055. 8925955. 2 Tax revenues levied for the organ- ization?s benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf 3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmentai unit to the organization without charge 4 Total.Addlines1througn3 1774115. 2969019. 3.854663. 789,113. 1539055. 8925966. 5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) inciuded on tine 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column 4768375. 6 Section B. Total Sup-port Calendaryear {ortiscal year beginning in} 2014 (1392015 (6) 2016 2017 2018 Total 7 line4 1774116 . 2969019 . 3.854663 . 789 113 . 1539055 . 8925966 . 8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties, andincometromsimitarsourcesm 1,107. 909- 2.108- 3:415- 1:523: 9:062- 9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is reguiarly carried on 10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capitai assets (Explain in Part Vt} 31,552. 334,265. 11 Total support. Add IIrIes 7through 10 . . . 9269293 . 12 Gross receipts from related activities, etc {see instructionsFirst five years. If the Form 990 Is for the atganization? first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here I: Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage 14 Public support percentage to: 2018 (line 6, column divided by line 11, column 14 44 . 8 5 15 Public support percentage from 2017 Schedule A, Part ll, line 1/3% support test - 2018. if the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box and stop here. The organization quaIi?es as a pumice supported organization 33 113% support test? 2017 if the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a and line 15 Is 33 113% or more, check this box and step here The organization quali?es as a publicy organization C3 17a 10% -facts and? circumstances test- 2018. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14 is 10% or more and if the organization meets the "facts- and- circumstances" test, oneckthis box and stop here. Explain in Part Vl how the organization meets the "facts-andcircumstances" test. The organization qualities as a publicly supported organization l:l 10% -faots-and-circumstances test - 2017. if the organization did not check a box on tine 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line 15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-andcircumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Expiain in Part Vi how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstanoes? test. The organization quatities as a pubiicty supported organization El 18 Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, checktnis box and see instructions l: Schedule A {Form 990 or 2018 832022 10?11?1 8 14 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Form 990 or 9905: 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH pane 3 Iescrr-ed in Section 5093)(2) (Complete only if you checked the box on ?ns 10 of Part or if the organization faited to qUetify under Part ii. if the organization fails to qualify under the tests iisted below, please complete Part Section A. Public Support Calendar year(orfiscai year beginning in)? (a)2014 2015 2016 (cl) 2017 2018 ?total 1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any ?unusual grants?) Schedule A Support Sche- do for Organizations 2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services per- formed, or furnished in any activity that is related to the ozrganization?s tax-exempt purpose 3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unretated trade or bus' iness under section 513 4 Tax revenues ievied for the organ- ization?s benefit and either paid to or expended on its behaif 5 The veins of services or facitities furnished by a govarnmental unit to the organization without charge 6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5 7a Amounts included on tines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year 0 Add lines 7a and 7b 8 Public su nort. II 1 Section B. Total Support Calendar year (orfiscai year beginning in) (3)2014 2015 2016 ((1)2017 2018 ?rota: 9 Amounts from line 6 10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities ioans, rents, royalties, and income from similar sources Unrelated business taxable income (tess section 51% taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975 0 Add lines 10a and 10b 11 Net income from unrelated business activities not inciuded in tine 10b, whether or not the business is reguiarly carried on 12 Othe;r income. Do not include gain or loss from the saie of capital assets (Explain in Part Vi.) 13 Total support. (Ada lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.) 14 First five years. if the Form 990 is for the organization?s first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501 organization, check this box and stop here Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage 15 Public support percentage for 2018 (line 8, column divided by line 33, cciumn 15 16 Public support percentage from 2017 Scheduie A, Part tine 15 16 Section D. Computation of investment income Percentage 1? investment income percentage for 2018 (line 100, column divided by line 13, coiumn 17 18 Investment income percentage from 2017 Schedule A, Part line 17 18 19a 33 1/3% support tests - 2018. If the organization did not check the box on iine 14, and line 15 is more than 83 and line 1? is not more than 33 check this box and stop here. The organization quaiifies as a publicly supported organization 33 1/3% support tests - 201?. if the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 1 6 is more than 33 1/396, and line 18 is not more than 33 check this box and stop here. the organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization 20 Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see insttuctions E3 832023 10-11?15 1 5 Schedule A (Form 990 or QQO-EZ) 2018 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Schedule A (Form 990 or QQO-EZ) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Page 4 . "it? Supporting Organizations (Complete oniy if you checked a box in line 12 on Part i. if you checked 12a of Part i, complete Sections A and B. if you checked 12b of Part t, complete Sections A and C. it you checked 12c 01? Part l, complete Sections A, D, and E. if you checked 32d of Part E, complete Sections A and D, and comptete Part V.) Section A. Ail Supporting Organizations Yes No 1 Are all of the organization?s supported organizations listed by name in the organization's governing documents? if "No, describe in Part Vi how the supported organizations are designated, If designated by class or purpose, describe the designation. if historic and continuing relationship, explain. 2 Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or If ?Yes, explain in Part Vi how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2). 3a Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or If ?Yes, answer and to) below. Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes, describe in Part Vi when and how the organization made the determination. Did the organization ensure that alt support to such organizations was used exclusivety for section 1 purposes? If "Yes, explain in Part Vl what controls the organiZatlon put in place to ensure such use. 43 Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If Yes, and if you checked 12a or 12b in Part l, answer and below. Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If ?Yes, describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations. 0 Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(c)(1) or if ?Yes, eXplain in Part VI What controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 770(c)(2)(8) purposes. 5a Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? if "Yes, answer and (0) below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part Vi, including the names and EN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; the authority under the organization '3 organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document). Type or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part ot a class atready designated in the organization?s organizing document? Substitutions only. Was the substitution the resuit of an event beyond the organization?s controi? 6 Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than its supported organizations, (it) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the tittng organization?s supported organizations? if "Yes, provide detail in Part VI. 7 Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (as defined in section a tamiiy member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? it ?Yes, complete Part of Schedule (Form 990 or 990?82). 8 Did the organization make a teen to a person (as defined in section 4958) not described in tine 7? If "Yes, complete Part I of Schedule {Form 990 or 9a Was the organization controlied directly or indirectty at anytime during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or it "Yes, provide detail in Part Vi. Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined in tine 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? it "Yes, provide detail in Part VI. 0 Did a disq uaiitied person (as defined in tine 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If ?Yes, provide detail in Part VI, 10a Was the organization subject to the excess business hotdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4948(0 (regarding certain Type Ii supporting organizations, and ail Type ill non~functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If "Yes, answer 10b below. Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings.) 10b 532024 10-11-16 Scheduie A (Form 990 or QQO-EZ) 2018 1 6 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Schedule A (Form 990 or 990- -EZ) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Page 5 orting Organizations (rammed) 11 Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution irons any of the foliowing persons? a A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in and petow, the governing body of a supported organization? 11:; A family memberr of a person described in above? 11:; A 35% controlled entity of a person described in or apOVe?if "Yes" to a, b, or c, provide detaii in Part Vt. 11c Section 3. Type Supporting Organizations Yes No 1 Did the directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regulariy appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization?s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If "No, describe in Part Vl how the supported organizationls) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization '3 activities. it the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were ailocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year. 2 Did the organization Operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? it ?Yes, explain in Part Vt how providing such bene?t carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s} that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization. Section C. Type ii Supporting Organizations 1 Were a maiority of the organization's directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization's supported organization{s)? If describe in Part V) how control or management of the supporting organJZation was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization{s), Section D. All Type Supporting Organizations 1 Did the organization provide to each ct its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization's tax year, a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (i0 a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date ot notification, and (iiD copies of the organization?s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided? 2 Were any of the organization?s officers, directors, or trustees either appointed or eiected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No, explain in Part how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organizationis). 3 8y reason of the relationship described in (2), did the organization?s supported organizations haVe a significant voice in the organization?s investment policies and in directing the use oi the organization?s income or assets at times during the tax year? if "Yes, describe in Part VI the rote the organization?s supported organizations played in this regard. Section E. Type Functionality integrated SupportingO rganizations 1 Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satis?r the Integral Part Test during the yeafsee uctions) a The organization satisfied the Activities Test Complete tine 2 beiow The organization IS the parent of each of its supported organizations. Complete tine 3 below. 6 The organization supported a governmental entity. Describe in Part VI how you supported a government entity (see instructions). 2 Activities Test. Answer and below. a Did substantiatiy all of the organization?s activities during the tax year directiy further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If ?Yes, then in Part Vi identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities. Did the activities described in constitute activities that, but for the organization?s involvement, one or more of the organization?s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If Yes, explain in Part Vi the reasons for the organization's position that its supported organizaticnis) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization ?3 invoA/ement. 3 Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer and below. a Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations? Provide details in Part Vt. Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs, and activities oi each of its supported organizations? if ?Yes, describe in Part the role played by the organization in this regard. 832025 10-11?18 Scheduie A (Form 990 or 2018 '7 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Scheduie A (Form 990 or ego-E2) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Page 5 art Type Ill Non-?Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations Check here if the organization satisfied the integral Part Test as a qualifying trust on Nov. 20, 1970 (explain in Part Vi.) See instructions. All other int ed or must corn lete Sections A E. lit non- (8) Current Year (optional) Section A Adjusted Net Income Prior Year ?term of 1 Net Other income Add lines and Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or held for oduction of income instructions see instructions Net Income subtract lines 5 6 and 7 from line 4 3 tion maintenance of Other Ad 7 8 (8) Current Year {optional} Section - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year 1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see or assets held for of instructions for short tax A month value of securities A cash balances Fair market value of othe;r otal add lines 1 1b and 1 Discount claimed for blockage or other factors in detail in Part uisition indebtedness Subtract line 2 from tine 1e Cash deemed held to;r exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (to: greater amount, use assets to nonexem assets see Net value of line 5 Recoveries of Mini tract line 4 trom line tuse assets i035 7? distributions 8 Section .. Distributable Amount Current Year Section lineS Column rior Ad ed net income for Enter 85% of line 1 Minimum asset amount for Enter er of line 2 or line 3 I i Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to reduction see instruct 6 Check here if the current year is the organization?s first as a non-functionally integrated Type lit supporting organization (see Section 8 line 8 Column 1 2 3 4 5 6 instructions). Schedule A {Form 990 or QQO-EZ) 2018 832026 1041?18 18 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76-0149778 lli Non-Functional in a izations Section - Distributions Current Year 1 Amounts to su ed tions to accom 2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly turthets exempt purposes of supported in excess of income from 3 exem of tions 4 to uire assets 5 Qualified setlaside amounts rior 1R8 at 6 Other distributions describe in Part See instructions. 7 Total annuai distributions. Add lines 1 6. 8 to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive details in Part . See instructions. 9 Distributable amount for 2018 from Section 0 line 6 divided (0 (ii) Section - Distribution Allocations {see instructions) Excess Distributions Underdistributions Distributable Pro-2018 Amount for 2018 1 Distributable amount to;r 2018 from Section line 6 2 Underdistributions, if any, to:r years prior to 2018 (reason abie cause used in Part . See instructions. 3 Excess distributions if to 2018 a From 2013 4 5 From 2016 From 201 7 Total of lines 33 tied to underdisttibutions of tied to 201 8 distributable amount from 2013 not a instructions Remainder. Subtract lines 3b and 3% item 31. Distributions for 2018 from Section D, tine 7: to underdistributions of to 2018 distributabie amount Remaindet. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4. Remaining underdistributiorts to: years prior to 2018, if any. Subtract lines 39 and 4a from line 2. For result greater than zero lain in Part Vi. See instructions. Remaining underdistributions for 2018. Subtract tines 3b and 4b from line 1. For result greater than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions. Excess distributions carryover to 2019. Add lines 3} and 4c. Breakdown of line 7: Excess from 2014 Excess from 20'? 5 Excess from 201 6 Excess from 2017 Scheduie A (Form 990 or 2018 832027 1041?18 19 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAIR IER 1 PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COPY Schedule Schedule of Contributors OMB No. 15450047 990452, Fr Attach to Form 990, Form 990-EZ, or Form Depanmem of the Treasury Go to for the latest information. 20 18 internat Revenue Service Name of the organization Employer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76w0149778 Organization type (check one): Filers of: Section: Form 990 or 990132 12] 501(c)( 3 )(enter number) organization 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable not treated as a private foundation 527 politicai organization Form 501(c)(3) exempt private foundation 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation 501(c)(3) taxable private foundation Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Specie! Rule. Note: Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rate and a Special Rule. See instructions. General Ruie For an organization Form 990, QQOEZ, or that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts and It. See instructions for determining a contributors total contributions. Special Rules Caution: For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) tiling Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 33 1/3% support test of the regulations under sections 509(a)(1) and that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or QQO-EZ), Part il, line 13, 16a, or and that received from any one contributor. during the year, total contributions of the greater of $5,000; or (2) 2% of the amount on Form 990, Part line th; or (ii) Form QQO-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts and Il. For an organization described in section 501(c)(1), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or QQO-EZ that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Compiete Parts (entering in column instead of the contributor name and address), ll, and Ill. For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) tiling Form 990 or received from any one contributor, during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitabie, etc, purposes, but no such contributions totaied more than $1,000. if this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc, purpose. Don?t complete any of the parts unless the General Flute applies to this organization because it receiVed nonexclusively reiigious, charitable, etc, contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year b? An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn?t tile Schedule (Form 990, QQO-EZ, or QQGAPF), but it must answer ?No? on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on tine of its Form QQO-EZ or on its Form Part i, tine 2, to certify that it doesn?t meet the requirements of Schedute (Form 990, or QQO-PF). LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990, or Schedule (Form 990, 990-EZ, or (2018) 623451 11?084 8 SCHEDULE 0 Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities (Form 990 or For Organizations Exempt From income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527 Department of Treasury Complete if the organization is described below. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. '"iema' Reve?ue Service Go to for instructions and the latest information. if the organization answered "Yes,? on Form 990, Part IV, fine 3, or Form QQO-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts l?A and B. Do not compiete Part l-C. 9 Section 503(c) (other than section organizations: Complete Parts HA and beiow. Do not complete Part MB. 0 Section 527 organizations: Complete Part l-A only. if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 4, or Form Part VI, line 47' (Lobbying Activities), then i Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have fiied Form 5768 (election under section 501 Complete Part liA. Do not compiete Part MB. 0 Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5?68 (election under section 501(h)): Com piste Part Do not compiete Part liAA. if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part 1V, line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form Part V, iine 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then 0 Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part ill. Name of organization Employer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'artA Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(0) or is a section o2? organization. 1 Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV. 2 Political campaign activity expenditures 3 Volunteer hours for political campaign activities Patti-B] Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3). 1 Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 2 Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 3 If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it fits Form 4720 for this year? Yes L..J No 4a Was a correction made? :1 Yes No it "Yes," describe in Part lV. arti-C] Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501 except section 501(c)(3). Enter the amount directiy expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities 2 Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities 3 Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form :ine 17b 4 Did the filing organization ?le Form 1120-P0Lf0rthis year? L?l Yes l?j No 5 Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of ali section 527 politicai organizations to which the filing organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the organization ?55 funds. Aiso enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptiy and directly deiivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). if additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV. Name Address (6) EN Amount paid from Amount of political filing organization?s contributions received and funds. If none, enter 0-. and directly delivered to a separate political organization. if none, enter -O-. For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990 or Scheduie 0 (Form 990 or QQD-EZ) 2018 LHA 832041 11-0543 26 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Schedule 0 (Form 900 or 900 EZ) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH - Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (eiection under section 501(h)). 75-? 0149778 Page2 A Check if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group (and list in Part IV each af?liated group member?s name, address, EEN, expenses and share of excess lobbying expenditures) 8 Check if the filing organization checked boxA and "limited controi" provisions apply. Limits on Lobbying Expenditures (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) Filing organization?s totais Affiliated group totals Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opin?on (grass roots lobbying) Totai iobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) Total tobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) Other exempt purpose expenditures Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both columns. 1,629,291. 1,629,291. It the amount on line 1e, comma or is: The lobbying nontaxabte amount is: Not over $500,000 20% of the amount on line 1e. Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000 $100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000. Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000 $175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000 Over $t,500,000 but not over $17,000,000 $225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000. Over $37,000,000 $1,000,000. Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line Subtract tine 19 from line 3a. lt zero or less, enter Subtract line 11? from line 10. If zero or less, ewe? -0- ti there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line ti, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting section 4911 tax 1for this year? 4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 50103) 231 465 C1510 (Some organizations that made a section 501(h) etection do not have to complete at! of the five columns betow. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.) Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period Calendar year 2015 (or ?scai year beginning in} 2010 2017 2018 Total 2a 258 ,298 . 227,406. Lobbying nontaxable amount Lobbying ceiting amount (150% of line 2a, column(e)) Total expenditures 215, 264. 231,465. 932,433. 1,398,650. Grassroots nontaxabte amount Grassroots ceiling amount (150% of tine 2d, coiumn Grassroots lobbying expenditures 349,664. 832042 11-054 8 21511102 140308 IER Schedule (Form 990 or 2018 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Schedule {Form 990 or 990 EZ) 201a INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Page 3 ete if the organization is exempt un-er section 501 3) en- iled Form 5768 (eiection under section 501M). For each ?Yes, response on lines To through 11' below, provide in Part Iii/a detailed description of the lobbying activity. Yes No Amount 1 During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence feteign, national, state, or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legistative matter or referendum, through the use of: Volunteers? Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 10 through ti)? Media advertisements? :rto-thoom (I3 1-Did the activities in line 3 cause the organization to be not described in section If "Yes,? enter the amount of any tax incurred under sect?on 4912 Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or sectlon 501(c)(6) Yes No 501(c)(6) and it either BOTH Part lines 1 and 2, are answered on Part fine 3, is answered "Yes." 1 Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members 2 Section t62(e) nondeductible lobbying and politioai expenditures (do not include amounts of poiiticai expenses for which the section 5276) tax was paid). Total 4 if notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryove;r to the reasonable estimate of nonded uctible iobbying and political expenditure next year? Partgivjl Suppiemental information Provide the descriptions required for Part line 1; Part l-B, fine 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part li?A (attitiated group list); Part ti-A, iines 1 and 2 (see instructions); and Part line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information. Schedule (Form 990 or 2018 832043 28 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 SCHEDULE Supplemental Financial Statements (Form 990) Complete if the organization answered ?Yes" on Form 990, Part tine 6,7,8,9,10,1ta,11b,11c, 11d, 11c, 11121261, or12b. Department of the Treasury Attach to Form 990. Internal Revenue Service >Go to irs. gov/Form990 for instructions and the iatest information Name of the organization Empioyer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76?0149778 Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or ACCOUBtS-Compie?te if the organization answered "Yes? on Form 990, Part IV, line 6. {)onor advised funds Funds and other accounts Aggregate value at end of year Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised are the organization?s property, subject to the organization?s exclusive iegal controlAggregate value of grants from (during year) 4 5 6 Did the organization inform ali grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any otherr purpose conferring ImpermisSible private benefit? Yes No Conservation Easements Complete if the organization answered ?Yes? on Form 998, Part lV, line 7 1 Purpose(s} of conservation easements heid by the organization (check all that app iy). Preservation of land for pubiio use (cg, recreation or education) Preservation of a historicaliy important land area Protection of natural habitat Preservation of a certified historic structure Preservation of open space 2 Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conse ation easement on the last Held at the Eric! at the Tax Year day of the tax year. a Total number of conservation easements 2a Total acreage restricted by conservation easements 2b Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in 2c Number or conservation easements included in acquired after 7/25/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register 2d 3 Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the tax year 4 Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located 5 Does the organization have a written poiicy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? i:i Yes No 6 Staff and voiunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handiing of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year 8 Does eacn conservation easement reported on tine 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section and section Yes No 9 In Part Xlil, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization?s financial statements that describes the organization?s accounting forr conservation easements. Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historicai Treasures, or Other Simiiar Assets. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 998, Part lV, iine 8. 1a if the organization elected, as permitted under SPAS 116 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items. if the organization elected, as permitted under SPAS 116 (A80 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other simiiar assets heid for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items: Revenue IncIuded on Form 990, Part IIne i (ii) Assets inoiuded in Form 990, Part 2 if the organization received or neid works of art, historicai treasures, or other similar assets tor financial gain, provide the 1following amounts required to be reported under SPAS 116 (A80 958) relating to these items: a Revenue included Gil Form 990. Part line i Assets included in Form 990, Part Li-iA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Scheduie (Form 990) 2018 832051 10-294 8 29 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Schedule 0 {Form 990) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH page 92 Qrganizations Maintaining Coilections of Art, Historicat TreasurBS, (or Other Simiiar Assetsmontinued) 3 Using the organization' 8 acquisition, accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check alt that apply): a Public exhibition Loan or exchange programs to Schoiarly research Other Preservation for future generations 4 Provide a description of the organization's coliections and explain how they further the organization's exempt purpose in Part 5 During the year did the organization solicit or receive donations of art historical treasures or other similar assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization? 9 collection? i:l Yes No PartiV Escrow and Custodial Arrangements Complete if the organization answered ?Yes' on Form 990. Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990 Part line 21 1a Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not included on Form 990, Part Yes [3 No If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part and complete the following tabie: Amount ?*Did the organization include an amount on Form 990 Part line 21, for escrow or custodial? iaccount If ?Yes, explain the arrangement in Part Check here if the exp ianation has been provided on Part Ci Current year Prior year TWO years back Three years back (3) Four years back 1a Beginning of year balance Contributions Net investment earnings, gains, and losses Grants or scholarships Other expenditures for facilities and programs Administrative expenses 9 End of year balance 2 Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (tine ?lg, column heid as: a Board designated or ouasiendowment Permanent endowment Temporarily restricted endowment The percentages on tines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%. 3a Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are heid and administered tor the organization uh by: Land, Buildings, and Equipment. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 1151. See Form 990, Part X, line it}. Description of property Cost or other (33) Cost or other Accumulated Book vaiue basis (investment) basis (other) depreciation 1a Land .. A .. 3 Buildings Leaseholdimprovements 451:769- 405,604. 46,165. Equipment 235,002? 175,285- 50.717- Other 73,655. 48,727. 24,928. Total. Add lines 1 a through ?le. (Column must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), fine 10c.) 1 3 1 8 . Schedule (Form 990) 2018 832052 10-29-18 30 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH page 3 Part it" investments Other Securities. Com if the izetion answered ?Yes" on Form 998 Part iV line 11b. See Form 990 Part SBCU CEIIBQOW (incfud?ng name of security) 800k vaiue line 12. Method of vatuation: Cost or end?of-year market value (3) Other TotaL COL rnust FOYRIQQG Patt 00L lme 12. Investments Program Related. if the ization answered "Yes" on Form 990 Part 2v line 110. See Form 990 Part tine 13. Description of investment (13) Book value Method of valuation: Cost or end-ofyear matket value TotaL Cot IHBSI Forn1990 Part cot Ime 13. Other Assets. Com if the or ion answered ?Yes? on Form 990 Part lV iine 11d. See Form 990 Part line 15. Description Book value mn must Form 990 Part cof. line 15. . if the or answered "Yes" on Form 990 Part IV line ?e or 11f. See Form 990 Part line 25. Description of Book value Federal income taxes CAPITAL LEASE ELI TI DEFERRED RENT AND LEA INCENTIVE LIABILITY Totat. mn must Form 990 Part col. line 25. . 2. Liab?iity for uncertain tax positions. In Part Xili, ptovide the text of the footnote to the organization?s ?nancial statements that reports the orqanization?s liabijtv for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (A80 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been pfov?ded in Part XIIE Schedule (Form 990) 2018 832053 1029-18 31 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Soheeurgp (Form 990) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 'Page 4 Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return. Complete if the organization answered ?Yes? on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a. 1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements 2 Amounts included on line but not on Form 990, Part line 12: a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 23 Donated services and use of facilities 2b Recoveries of prior year grants 26 Other (Describe in Part 2d Add lines as through 2d 4 Amounts included on 990, Part Vlil, tine 12, but not on line 3 Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part Vlil, tine 7b 4a Other (0886?le In Part 4b 6 Add lines 4a and 4b 4c 5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 40. his must equal Form 990, Part :5 line 12-) 5 PartXli-g Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 123. 1 Total expenses and losses ser audited ?nanciat statements 1 2 Amounts included on line but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25: Donated setvices and use of facilities 2a Prior year adIUSImentS 2b Other losses 26 Other (Describe In Part 2d a Add lines 2a through 2d 4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1: 3 investment expenses not Included on Form 990, Part line 7b 4a Other (Describe in Part 4b Add tines 4a and 4b 5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, fine 18.} 5 Supptemental Information. Provide the desofipticns required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part lines 1a and 4; Part IV, lines ?lb anoi 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, tine 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information. PART X, LINE 2: THE INSTITUTE FOLLOWS THE AUTHORITATIVE GUIDANCE RELATING TO ACCOUNTING FOR UNCERTAINTY IN INCOME TAXES INCLUEED IN ACCOUNTING STANDARDS CODIFICATION TOPIC 740w10, INCOME TAXES. THESE PROVISIONS PROVIDE CONSISTENT GUIDANCE FOR THE ACCOUNTING FOR UNCERTAINTY IN INCOME TAXES RECOGNIZED IN AN FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND PRESCRIBE A THRESHOLD OF LIKELY THAN FOR RECOGNITION AND DERECOGNITION OF TAX POSITIONS TAKEN OR EXPECTED TO BE TAKEN IN A TAX RETURN. THE INSTITUTE PERFORMED AN EVALUATION OF UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2018, AND DETERMINED THAT THERE WERE NO MATTERS THAT WOULD REQUIRE RECOGNITION IN THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OR 632054 10-29?18 Schedute 33 (Form 990) 2018 32 23.511102 3.40308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Schedule (Form 990) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Page 5 ?if Supplemental Information (continued) THAT MAY HAVE ANY EFFECT ON ITS TAX-EXEMPT STATUS. AT DECEMBER 31, 2018, THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR TAX YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 201.5 THROUGH 2017 REMAINS OPEN WITH THE U.S. FEDERAL JURISDICTION OR TEE VARIOUS STATES AND LOCAL JURISDICTIONS IN WHICH THE INSTITUTE FILES TAX RETURNS. IT IS THE POLICY TO RECOGNIZE INTEREST PENALTIES RELATED TO UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS, IF ANY, IN INCOME TAX EXPENSES. Scheduie (Form 990} 2018 832055 10-29-15 33 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 SCHEDULE Compensation Information (Form 990) For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees Compiete if the organization answered "Yes? on Form 990, Part iV, line 23. Department of the Treasury Attach to Form 990. Internal Revenue Service Go to for instructions and the iatest information. Name of the organization OMB No. 1545-004? 2018 Employer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76-01497 '78 Questions Regarding Compensation ?ta Check the appropriate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed on Form 990, 9 Part Vll, Section A, line ?ia. Complete Part to provide any relevant information regarding these items. First-class or charter travei Housing allowance or residence for personai use l:l Travel for companions Payments for business use of personai residence Tax indemnification and gross-up payments i?ieaith or social club dues or initiation fees l:l Biscreiionary spending account l:l Personal Services (such as maid, chauffeur, chef) If any of the boxes on line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If complete Part ill to explain Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by alt directors, trustees, and officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked on line is? indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the organization?s CEO/Executive Director. Check at: that appiy. Do not check any boxes for methods used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but expiain in Part Compensation committee l::l Written employment contract Independent compensation consuttant Compensation survey or study Form 990 of other organizations Approval by the board or compensation committee During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, Part Vii, Section A, line ?ia, with respect to the filing organization or a rotated organization: Receive a severance payment or change-of?controi payment? If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part El. Only section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5~9. For persons listed on Form 990, Part Vll, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any compensation contingent on the revenues of: The organization? Any related organization? it ?Yes" on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part ill. For persons listed on Form 990, Part Vli, Section A, tine 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any compensation contingent on the net earnings of: The organization? Any related organization? If "Yes? on line 63 or 630, describe in Part For persons listed on i-?onn 990, Part Vil, Section A, line ta, did the organization provide any nonfixed payments not described on lines 5 and 6? h? describe in $?art Were any amounts reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accrued pursuant to a contract that was subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations Section lf ?Yes," describe in Part If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttabie presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958?6icl? LHA For paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. 832111 10~26vt 8 21511102 140308 IER 34 Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonquaiified retirement plan? Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? 5a 6a I 9 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 semmegwmmeanmns INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76?0149778 fii??ftriff Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional: space is needed. For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (0 and from related organizations, described in the instructions, on row Do not list any individuals that aren't listed on Form 990, Part VII. Note: The sum of columns for each listed individuai must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part Vll, Section A. line ?la, appiicabie column and (E) amounts for that individual. (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or compensation (C) Retirement and (D) Nontaxable (E) Total of ooiumns (F) Compensation other deterred benefits in column (B) compensation reported as deferred on prior Form 990 Base (ii) Bonus Other compensation incentive reportable compensation compensation (A) Name and Titie (ntmm?spnm a} 96,765. 30,963. PRESIDENT (ii) 168,872. 54,037. a 125,089. 17,972. m) 14,111. 2,028. (n 73,694. 20,841. gmmamwmmam) 103,104. 29,159. 00 (ii) 00 (55} 00 4,007. 6,251. 137,986. 0. 6,993. 10,910. 240,812. 0. 5,844. 7,690. 156,595. 0. 660. 868. 17,667. 0. 2,982. 5,785. 103,302. 0. 4,172. 8,093. 144,528. 0. A (ii) (ii) (ii) 0} (ii) (ii) (ii) (ii) (ii) Schedule {Form 990) 2018 832112 10-26-18 3 5 Schedule {Form 990) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RE SEARCH Pawn Supplemental! information Page 3 Provide the lnfomation, explanation, or descriptions required for Part l, Hoes 1aand for Part II. Also complete this part for any additional informat?on. PART I, LINE 7: IER AWARDED DISCRETIONARY PERFORMANCE-BASED INCENTIVE BONUSES TO THE INDIVIDUALS LISTED IN PART VII OF FORM 990 AND SCHEDULE J. THESE BONUSES WERE ALLOCATED BETWEEN IER AND THE AMERICAN ENERGY ALLIANCE (AEA), A RELATED WITH WHOM IER SHARES EMPLOYEES UNDER A COMMON PAYMASTER ARRANGEMENT, BASED ON SALARY ALLOCATED TO EACH ORGANIZATION DURING THE CALENDAR YEAR. Schedule (Form 990) 2018 532113 10-26-18 3 5 OMB No. 1545?0047 SCHEDULE 0 Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ (Form 990 or 990452) Compiete to provide information for responses to specific questions on Form 990 or or to provide any additional information, Department of the Treasury Attach to Form 990 or 990- E2. internal Revenue Service Go to ww.irs.qov/Form990 for the Eatest information, Name of the organization INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76~0149778 FORM 990, PART I, LINE 1, DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION MISSION: INTENSIVE RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS ON THE FUNCTIONS, OPERATIONS, AND GOVERNMENT REGULATION OF GLOBAL ENERGY MARKETS. IER MAINTAINS THAT ENERGY MARKETS PROVIDE THE MOST EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS TO GLOBAL ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES AND, AS SUCH, ARE CRITICAL TO THE OF INDIVIDUALS AND SOCIETY. FORM 990, PART LINE 1, DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION MISSION: THE MOST EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS TO GLOBAL ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES AND, AS SUCH, ARE CRITICAL TO THE WELL-BEING OF INDIVIDUALS AND SOCIETY. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 115: THE FORM 990 WAS PREPARED BY AN OUTSIDE CPA FIRM AND REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY MANAGEMENT FOR ACCURACY. THE FORM 990 WAS PROVIDED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF IER PRIOR TO FILING. THE FORM 990 WAS REVIEWED AND SIGNED BY THE PRESIDENT FOR FILING BY THE DEADLINE. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C: AS A GENERAL RULE, THE ORGANIZATION DOES NOT ENTER INTO BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS WITH MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND REVIEWS ALL TRANSACTIONS FOR POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST. IF MANAGEMENT OR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BELIEVES A CONFLICT OF INTEREST EXISTS, THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY PROVIDES FOR SPECIFIC PROCEDURES TO ADDRESS THE CONFLICT. INDIVIDUALS COVERED UNDER THIS POLICY INCLUDE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AND A LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Enstructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ. Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990432) (2018) 832211 1 0-10?1 8 37 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR.ENERGY RESEAR IER Schedule 0 {Form 990 or QQO-EZ) {2018) Paqe 2 Name 0? the organization Empioyer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 75?0149778 MEMBER OF A COMMITTEE WITH BOARD DELEGATED POWERS. CONFLICTS WHICH MUST BE REPORTED INCLUDE TRANSACTIONS WITH THESE INDIVIDUALS, MEMBERS OF THEIR FAMILY, ENTITIES IN WHICH THEY HAVE AN INVESTMENT IN OR RECEIVE COMPENSATION FROM, AND ANY RELATIONSHIPS IN WHICH THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION BELIEVES MAY OR DOES CREATE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST. THE POLICY SETS FORTH A REQUIREMENT TO DISCLOSE THESE CONFLICTS. THE GOVERNING BOARD MAKES ALL DECISIONS REGARDING THE DETERMINATION THAT A CONFLICT IN FACT EXISTS AND IN THE DETERMINATION OF THE APPROPRIATE COURSE OF ACTION TO RESOLVE THE CONFLICT. THE PARTY WITH THE POTENTIAL CONFLICT MAY PRESENT HIS OR HER CASE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, BUT MAY NOT BE INVOLVED IN THE DELIBERATION AND FINAL VOTE OR ACTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO SUBJECT TO A CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY CONTAINED IN THE EMPLOYEE MANUAL. SIMILAR TO THE PROCESS DESCRIBED ABOVE, THE GOVERNING BOARD PRESIDENT MAKE ALL DECISIONS REGARDING THE DETERMINATION THAT A CONFLICT IN FACT EXISTS AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS DETERMINES THE APPROPRIATE COURSE OF ACTION TO RESOLVE THE CONFLICT. THE PARTY WITH THE POTENTIAL CONFLICT MAY PRESENT HIS OR HER CASE TO THE PRESIDENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS, BUT MAY NOT RE INVOLVED IN THE DELIBERATION AND FINAL VOTE OR ACTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B. LINE 15: THE PROCESS USED BY IER TO DETERMINE THE COMPENSATION OF THE CEO IS BASED UPON COMPARABLE SALARIES FOR EXECUTIVES WITH SIMILAR EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR AND IS APPROVED BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORTS TO THE BOARD, AT THE NEXT BOARD MEETING, ALL OF ITS ACTIONS SINCE THE LAST BOARD MEETING. DELIBERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE SALARY IS MADE DURING AN 832212 10?10-16 Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990-52) (2018) 38 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER 1 Schedule 0 (germ 990 or (201 8) Paqe 2 Name Of the organization Employer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76?0149778 EXECUTIVE SESSION AND INSTRUCTIONS AS TO THE SALARY LEVEL OF THE PRESIDENT ARE MADE IN WRITING BY A MEMBER OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TO MANAGEMENT. SALARIES FOR TOP MANAGEMENT ARE ALSO BASED ON COMPARABLE SALARIES OF SENIOR LEVEL MANAGERS IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR USING FORM 990's FROM COMPARABLE ORGANIZATIONS AS WELL AS PUBLISHED SALARY SURVEYS. THE RECOMMENDED SALARIES ARE PROPOSED TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THEIR APPROVAL. COPIES OF THE SALARY INFORMATION USED IN DETERMINING THE SALARY LEVELS ABOVE AND DOCUMENTS NOTING THE APPROVED SALARIES ARE MAINTAINED AT THE CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS OF IER. FORM 990, PART VI, LINE LIST OF STATES RECEIVING COPY OF FORM 990: FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C. LINE 19: THE ORGANIZATION, UPON REQUEST, MAKES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC ITS FORM 990 AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND ANY POLICY DOCUMENTS ARE PROVIDED TO INTERESTED PARTIES, SUCH AS FUNDERS, UPON REQUEST. THE BOARD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO EVALUATE THE NECESSITY OF EACH SUCH REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND POLICY DOCUMENTS AND TO DETERMINE, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, WHETHER TO RELEASE THESE DOCUMENTS TO AN OUTSIDE PARTY. FORM 990, PART IX, LINE 116, OTHER FEES: CONSULTING: 832212 10?10-18 Schedule 0 {Form 990 or QQO-EZ) (2018} 39 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER Schedule 0 (Form 990 or (2018) page 2 Name of the organization Employer identification number INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 76?0149778 PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 423,784. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 2,187. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 22,946. TOTAL EXPENSES 448,917. TOTAL OTHER FEES ON FORM 990, PART IX, LINE 11G, COI.A 448,917. FORM 990, PART XII, LINE QC NO CHANGE FROM THE PRIOR YEAR. 832212 10-10?15 Scheduie 0 (Form 990 or QQO-EZ) (2018) 40 21511102 140308 IER 2018.04030 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEAR IER SCHEDULE OMB No. 1545?0047 {Form 990) Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part lV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or Attach to Form Department ct the Treasury lntemal Revenue Service Go to for instructions and the iatest information. Name of the organization Employer identification INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH 0149778 identification of Disregarded Entities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes? on Form 990, Part lV, line 33. (C) Name, address. and EN (if applicable) of disregarded entity Primary activity Legal (state or Total income End-cf-year assets Direct controiling foreign country) ean ldentifioation of Related Tax?Exempt Organizations. Compiete if the organization answered ?Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, ltne 34, because it had one or more reiated tax-exempt organizations during the tax year. (C) Name, address, and EIN of related organization is} . . . . Section Primary activay Legai (state or Exempt Code Public charity Direct controillng controlled foreign country} section status (if section entity entity? 501(c)(3)) Yes No AMERICAN ENERGY ALLIANCE - 26?2731517 1155 15TH STREET NW, SUITE 900 WASHINGTON, DC 20005 EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Scheduie Fi (Form 990) 2018 332151 10-02-18 LEA 41 Scheduie (Form 9903120153 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH - identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnershi Paqe 2 p. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part EV, line 34, because it had one or more retated organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year. (C) (9) Name, address, and EN Primary activity Lega? Direct controlling Predominantincome of related organization 76?0149778 (9) domic?e Share of total Share of . (state or entity (related, ?mama, income endo?year :1 ii 9 amount in box manag'ng foreign BXCWUQU from lax wider assets a [ma 20 of Schedule partner? country) sections 512514) Yes No ?4 (Form 1065) vesiiuo (3) Dispregcrtienate Code VVUBI General OT Percentage ownership identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust. Complete if the organization answered "Yes? organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year. (C) (9) Segiion Name, address, and EN Primary activity LegaE domicile Direct controtling Type of entity Share of total Share of Percentage 612mm) of related organization (State or entity (0 corp, corp, income end-of-year ownership 022mg?" Elia?) or trust) assets Yes No on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, because it had one or more reiated 832162 10-024 8 42 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RESEARCH Transactions With Related Organizations. Complete if the ctganization answered ?Yes? on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36. 76?01497'78 Page 3 Note: Complete line ?1 it any entity is listed in Parts li, ill, or of this schedule. 1 During the tax year, did the organization engage in any of the foliowing transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts Il-lV? Receipt of interest, (ii) annuities, royalties, or (M rent from a controlled entity Gilt. grant. or capital contribution to reieted organization($) Gift. grant. or capital contribution from related organizationtS) Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organizationiS) Loans or teen guarantees by relates organizatioms} Dividends from {elated organizationlS) Sale of assets to related organizatioms) Io-mJ: Purchase of assets from related organizatione) i Exchange of assets with related organizeeOMS) Lease of facilities. equipment, or other assets to related organizationls) Lease of equipment, or otner assets from related organizatione) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(S) i?errorrsenoe of services or membership or solicitations by seated etgasizationo) Sharing equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) Sharing of paid empicyees with related organization(s) Eco Q. Reimbursement pate to related organizetionlS) for expenses Reimbursement paid by reiated organization{s} for expenses Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(S) Other transfer of cash or property from related organizatior?s} if the answer to any of the above is ?Yes," see the instructions for information on who must compiete this line, including covered reiationships and transaction thresholds. id) Name of related organization Transaction Amount involved type (ae) Method of determining amount lnvoived (1) AMERICAN ENERGY ALLIANCE 19 2 0 '75 . ACTUAL COST AMERICAN ENERGY ALLIANCE 618 015 .ACTUAL COST (3) AMERICAN ENERGY ALLIANCE 760 .285 .ACTUAL COST (4) (5) (6) 832163 1 Se02w18 43 Schedule (Form 990) 2018 Scheduie a (Form 990) 20: INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY RE EARCH 'page 4 Unretated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Compiete if the organization answered "Yes? on Form Part IV, line 37. Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnershipsall Name, address, and EN Legal domtcrie Ptedomlnantmcome Shareof than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) (1 Share of Ditsipmtgar- Co?g VEJBI 20 General or Percentage - . relate unrelated, 501(1)) 3) . on,? amgun ox managing of entity (state or foretgn exc?uded from tax under omsg total end of year of Schedule K-l partner? ownership country} sections 612?514) Yes No income assets Yes Na (Form 1955) Yes No Scheduie (Form 990) 2018 832164 10-0245 44