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Green Energy for Federal Buildings: 100% Renewables by 2050

This act gradually increases the use of renewable energy in federal buildings, aiming for 100% by 2050. This means the government will purchase more energy from sources like solar and wind, potentially supporting the growth of green technologies and creating new jobs in the renewable energy sector. In the long term, this could help stabilize energy prices and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, impacting the overall economy.
Key points
Federal government buildings must increase their renewable energy use to 35% by fiscal years 2030-2039.
By fiscal years 2040-2049, 75% of energy for federal buildings must come from renewable sources.
From fiscal year 2050 onwards, all federal buildings are required to be powered by 100% renewable energy.
Preference will be given to renewable energy produced on-site at federal facilities, on federal lands, or on Indian land, where economically and technically feasible.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1327
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-02-25