U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings Initiative Saves $13.5 Billion In Energy Costs

DOE's Better Buildings Initiatives announces savings of $13.5 billion in energy costs, 130 million metric tons of carbon emissions

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. EERE News May 17, 2021 U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings Initiative Saves $13.5 Billion In Energy Costs According to a new report released today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s Better Buildings Initiative, in collaboration with nearly 1,000 businesses, government, and other partners, saved $13.5 billion in energy costs and more than 130 million metric tons of carbon emissions in the past year—equivalent to the greenhouse gases emitted by 28.2 million vehicles in a single year. These building efficiency improvements are key to reaching President Biden's goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. "Through Better Buildings, leading organizations across the U.S. are demonstrating their commitment to use energy more efficiently," said Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. "In partnership with DOE, they are sharing the solutions needed to tackle our climate crisis, create jobs, and build healthy, safe, and thriving communities." Read more

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