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Government Energy Saving: DOE and EPA Thermostats Set to 78°F.

This bill mandates that the headquarters of the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must set their air conditioning thermostats no lower than 78 degrees Fahrenheit (about 25.5°C). This measure aims to promote energy efficiency and reduce electricity consumption within federal agencies, potentially saving taxpayer money. The agencies must also report past temperature settings to Congress.
Key points
Mandatory minimum thermostat setting of 78°F (approx. 25.5°C) for air conditioning in DOE and EPA headquarters.
The goal is to reduce energy consumption and set an example of efficiency for the federal government.
Agencies must report to Congress on the historical temperature settings used in these buildings since January 2021.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2373
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2023-07-19