Repeal of Fossil Fuel Restrictions for New Federal Buildings and Major Renovations of Federal Buildings
What happened
Donald Trump signed a policy action stating that the Department of Energy (DOE) is reviewing its guidance for implementing new clean energy provisions for federal buildings. While this review is underway, the DOE is staying the compliance date for these newly adopted provisions in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). These provisions relate to "Clean Energy for New Federal Buildings and Major Renovations of Federal Buildings (CER)".
Why it matters
This action temporarily stops new clean energy requirements for federal construction projects, potentially impacting energy choices and building design. The pause allows the Department of Energy to re-evaluate how these clean energy rules would be put into practice.
Who it affects
- ›Department of Energy (DOE)
- ›Federal agencies constructing new buildings
- ›Federal agencies undertaking major renovations
- ›Construction companies working on federal projects
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