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October 14, 2016
Vol. 33 No. 39
Savings for the Future: National Energy Awareness By Antonio piluso Installation Energy Manager
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – October is National Energy Awareness Month and the Federal government wants to make it the month of clean energy awareness events, highlighting the good work done for a sustainable future. As you probably already know, the Federal government is the single largest domestic user of energy; Federal agencies impact every energy-consuming sector of our economy — commercial, industrial, residential, agricultural, and transportation.
As the FY16 Energy Biggest Loser winner, NAS Sigonella must lead the Region in energy savings. As stated in the Presidential Directive on Energy Conservation at Federal Facilities, “…the Federal government should set a good example of conservation by reducing its own energy use…” The Federal Energy Management Program office has developed two checklists to help in your agency’s efforts to reduce energy shortages and reduce America’s dependence on foreign oil. The NASSIG community has to show positive action toward energy awareness, conservation,
and efficiency. This is also a key to mitigating the adverse budgetary and operational impact of the current energy situation. Don’t forget why we do all this: • Saves taxpayers' money; • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions; • Protects the environment and natural resources; and • Contributes to the preservation of our national security. For ways to help reduce your energy consumption, check out the Home Energy Checklist included below.