DOE Halts Fossil Fuel Ban for Federal Buildings

Excerpt:  “The Department of Energy (DOE) today announced it has delayed the compliance date for new provisions regarding Clean Energy for New Federal Buildings and Major Renovations of Federal Buildings (CER). This action delays the restrictive standards imposed by the previous administration to limit the use of affordable, reliable energy sources, such as coal and natural gas, to power federal buildings in favor of less reliable, more expensive options. … Today’s action delays the compliance date for one year. During this period, federal agencies are not required to comply with the energy performance standards outlined in the aforementioned regulations. DOE will not process petitions for downward adjustment during its review of the implementation guidance documents.”