A team of researchers from NETL and academia is utilizing the Institute for the Design of Advanced Energy Systems (IDAES) to advance clean energy technologies by accelerating the design and deployment of integrated power, hydrogen, and industrial processes. IDAES is a next-generation multi-scale modeling and optimization framework designed to support the U.S. power industry and aid in broad decarbonization efforts. One key area of focus is the exploration of solid oxide cell (SOC) systems, which hold promise for near-zero-emissions energy production through high-temperature water electrolysis or fuel cell reactions. Challenges associated with SOC technology are being addressed through advanced control strategies to optimize system performance. Researchers have published papers detailing the application of IDAES software in areas such as reinforcement learning control, nonlinear predictive control for SOC mode-switching operation, and optimizing solid oxide cell hydrogen production while considering long-term chemical degradation. These advancements showcase the potential for clean energy technology optimization and highlight the role of IDAES in driving innovation. NETL, a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory, plays a crucial role in ensuring affordable, abundant, and reliable energy for a prosperous economy and national security, while also focusing on managing carbon emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.