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Advancing Energy Efficiency in the State
One of Governor Huntsman's top priorities in energy is increasing the energy efficiency of state-owned buildings, thereby reducing overall energy consumption, environmental impacts and saving thousands in taxpayer dollars. On April 26, 2006, the Governor released his comprehensive energy efficiency plan "Advancing Energy Efficiency in the State." The full text (in PDF format) of this order can be downloaded and read with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Governor's Plan for Advancing Energy Efficiency in the State
Executive Order on Improving Energy Efficiency
On May 30, 2006, the Governor issued an executive order on improving energy efficiency in the state of Utah. The full text (in PDF format) of this order can be downloaded and read with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Executive Order on Improving Energy Efficiency
PowerForward
PowerForward is a public-private partnership sponsored by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality and Utah's electric utilities. The mission of the PowerForward campaign is to promote an ethic of energy conservation and efficient use of energy in Utah homes, businesses, and state-owned buildings.
At the heart of the campaign is the PowerForward alert system. This color-coded system notifies Utah citizens and businesses on days when additional conservation measures are needed. If you would like to learn more about this program, please click on this link: http://www.powerforward.utah.gov/
Other Links
Utah Geological Survey Site on Energy Efficiency
Utah Energy Efficiency Strategy: Policy Options (3.1 MB)
National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency