Energy Goals
When Governor Ted Strickland began office, he issued two executive orders; the first set standards for Ethics, and the second set energy goals for state agencies, boards and commissions. The energy goals are clear: reduced use of petroleum by state fleets and reduced use of energy in state facilities.
Executive Order 2007 02s calls for specific activities to reduce petroleum use including setting goals, implementing policies, and adopting technologies, e.g. flex-fueled vehicles and E-85 and biodiesel pumps. Among other requirements, the Order also required state agencies to audit their facilities as the first step towards reducing their energy consumption 5% by July 1 2007, 15% by July 1 2011.
Agencies are measuring and reporting their progress towards achieving these goals quarterly. All agency facilities have records in ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager, the audit tool selected to benchmark and track natural gas, electricity, fuel oil, propane and water usage. The energy awareness campaign has been kicked off. Some agencies have established internal energy teams to help meet the first year’s goals. If you have news to report, ideas to share, or are seeking information, join the effort to be ENERGY SMART.
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