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Energy leader: The smart use of energy helps accomplish the mission
Military and industry leaders discussed the role of energy in helping the Air Force accomplish its mission and current initiatives to improve resiliency, reduce demand, assure supply, and foster an...
View ArticleMaxwell AFB civil engineers use construction technology to cut energy costs
During a time when "government shutdown, furlough and recapitalization" are a part of the military landscape, Airmen are constantly looking for ways to save money for the service. The 42nd Civil...
View ArticleHarvesting the wind at Cape Cod Air Force Station
It's not just the leaves that are changing at Cape Cod Air Force Station. The Air Force station is also changing the way it gets electricity as two new giant wind turbines are being installed at the...
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Leaders continue to tap “innovative” Airmen for energy savings
Air Force leadership calls upon Airmen to continue coming up with innovative ideas to provide the Air Force an assured energy advantage in air, space and cyberspace. In fiscal year 2012, the Air Force...
View ArticleCivilian Airman wins key energy award
The Air Force's Energy Action Month is drawing to a close, but Laughlin continues to lead the way in energy efficiency and water conservation with the recent announcement that a Laughlin civilian won...
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AF energy leader touts Airmen success stories
The Air Force’s top energy expert said people are the key to success in driving down energy use, saving money and improving mission performance during the Air Force Association’s monthly breakfast in...
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AF announces 2013 Design Award winners
The winners of the 2013 Air Force Design Awards were announced recently by Maj. Gen. Theresa Carter, the Air Force Civil Engineer chief of staff for logistics, installations and mission support.
View ArticleAF awards $15.5 million in scientific research grants
The Air Force Office of Scientific Research announced Jan. 24 that it will award approximately $15.5 million in grants to 42 scientists and engineers from 32 research institutions who submitted winning...
View ArticleAs utility costs double, AF attorneys fight back
The smart use of energy and water saves the Air Force money, but a decreasing demand has not overcome an increasing price. While facility energy use has decreased 37 percent since 1999, costs have...
View ArticleAir Force focuses on sustainability for Earth Day 2014 observance
Each year Air Force installations around the world observe Earth Day on April 22 by taking actions to support the Air Force's Earth Day theme of "Conserve Today - Secure Tomorrow." This year, Air Force...
View ArticleDepartment of Energy seeks award nominations
Each year the U.S. Department of Energy sponsors the Federal Energy and Water Management Awards. These awards honor individuals and organizations making significant contributions to the efficient use...
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Air Force earns majority of federal energy awards
It's a banner year for the Air Force with the Department of Energy recently announcing that service won a lion's share of 2014 Federal Energy Management Program awards.
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Academy hits conservation target
In light of October being Energy Action Month, developed by the Department of Energy, U.S. Air Force Academy mission elements gathered Sept. 23, to discuss energy and utility savings for the year and...
View ArticleElmendorf saves through alternative energy
The federal government has set goals to lower costs and save energy. Everyone has a role to help, and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, is taking steps to do its part.
View ArticleAF earns 10 Federal Energy, Water Management Awards
Saving energy and money while also helping the environment earned the Air Force 10 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards -- the most received by any federal agency.
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Air Force energy: Getting the most fight from our resources
A group of panel members discussed Air Force energy and getting more mission out of every gallon of jet fuel during the Air Force Association's Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition, Sept....
View ArticleCommand committed to saving energy, reducing costs
Saving energy and reducing costs is something many people strive to do. When an energy bill exceeds $150 million, it becomes a necessity. The energy tab for U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces...
View ArticleOctober marks the beginning of AF Energy Action Month
Every aspect of the Air Force mission depends on a reliable supply of energy. Transforming the way we use energy is critical to ensuring we will be able to balance today's readiness with tomorrow's...
View ArticleSolar Ready Vets program to begin first class at Hill AFB
The Solar Ready Vets program announced by President Barack Obama during a visit to Hill Air Force Base in April 2015 will begin training the first class of 24 veterans transitioning to the civilian...
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‘Protect the Power’ and your pockets
Though monthly observances and themes come and go, the practices promoted in October’s Energy Action Month are encouraged year-round.
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