SESSION DETAILS - Legislation, Policy, and Leadership

Session Description:
What is in the new Executive Order 13423 and follow-on guidance?  How will it affect Federal energy management?  This new order combines existing energy, environmental, and transportation executive orders into one authority and enhances the provisions of EPACT 2005.  It requires implementation of sustainable practices in energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, sustainable acquisition, as well as other areas.  Come and learn about the new requirements.

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The Federal Government is not the only big energy user in town.  Hear how some of the biggest and best of the corporate world address and manage their energy costs.  Learn the policies and approaches that motivate them to reduce their energy expenses.  Corporate best practices serve as powerful examples for helping Federal agencies reduce their energy use.

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The new Executive Order 13423 includes an Environmental Management Systems (EMS) provision requiring all Federal agencies to address environmental aspects of energy and transportation functions in their facilities and operations.  Learn how to develop an EMS to comply with the performance and reporting requirements of E.O. 13423.  We will explain the "Plan, Do, Check, Act," model, which uses a standard process to identify current activities, establish goals, implement plans to meet the new order's goals, determine progress, and make improvements to ensure continual improvement and compliance.

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Begin with an overview of the evolution of Federal energy management legislation.  Next, learn about the latest guidance for implementing the Energy Policy Act of 2005.  We will wrap up by covering energy legislation currently pending in Congress.  Participants will gain insight into the purpose of these initiatives and the potential impact on implementing Federal energy management measures in Federal facilities and operations.  You will get the energy scoop on what is happening on Capitol Hill.

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The Energy Policy Act of 2005 established a new Federal Building Performance Standard which calls for achieving energy consumption levels that are at least 30% better than the new ASHRAE Standard.  ASHRAE will issue a revised version of the standard in 2007, which means the bar has changed for all Federal buildings.  Learn what changes were made, why they were made, and how those revisions will impact the design and construction of new Federal buildings.

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Participants will be provided a menu of services available from DOE, GSA and DOD. Services include: training and technical assistance, policy guidance, new construction and retrofit, equipment procurement, project financing guidance and contracting, operations and maintenance, utility purchasing and management, as well as outreach and communications.  Representatives from these support agencies will describe their program services and how to access them.

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Federal agencies are graded by OMB on a semi-annual basis measuring their plans and progress for meeting energy, environmental, and transportation criteria.  Participants will learn about the scorecard goals and grading criteria.  Knowing the grading system will help you determine where to target your effort to achieve the desired "green" score.  We will also cover energy and water reporting requirements and how to transition to the new system.

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E.O. 13423 requires all Federal agencies to have a plan to implement electronics stewardship practices for all eligible owned or leased electronic equipment.  Learn how to implement instructions and the OFPP Policy Letter.  Discuss agency requirements for achieving the E.O. goals on both electronics and acquisitions.

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New guidance for implementing the renewable energy requirements of EPAct 2005 and E.O. 13423 will be explained. Twenty-three states currently operate Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) and a national RPS is being considered in Congress. Learn what the new Federal Guidance says about buying, trading, and counting RECs.

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