EERE executives turned to their military background to deal with the pressures they faced. They identified and organized teams that focused on specific projects and goals. Although military-style management methods are not suitable for all situations, they were able to help EERE get through the most difficult times. They were also successful at achieving many of the goals they set. EERE is today one of the most successful nonprofits in the country. This article will help you understand their mission and funding request.
EERE's mission
The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), a federal agency, has the responsibility of making America a global leader for clean energy. The Office has developed a roadmap that will help achieve its ambitious clean energy goals. The agency has chosen a few high-probability routes that will have the most impact in order to reach its goals.
This organization has the mission to develop energy-saving technologies and policies that lower the risk associated with new approaches and technologies. EERE issues Funding Opportunity Announcements in support of these efforts. EERE's preferred clients are electric utility interests and environmentalists. It sometimes collaborates with manufacturers in order to implement energy efficiency standards and policies. One example of this collaboration was creation of regional appliance efficiency standard under the Obama Administration.
Over the years, EERE's funding has increased. The Department's largest applied research and development office in applied energy is now EERE, with a total budget that exceeds $200 million for all other DOE offices. It's crucial to keep an eye on EERE’s activities. However, today's hearing seems to be misdirected.
Request for funding to EERE
FY2017 funding request includes $2.9B discretionary funding and $1.3B mandatory funding. This is an increase of $2.2 billion (104%) over FY2016's enacted level of $2.1 billion. However, EERE does not expect to have a substantial involvement in the projects it supports.
Both foreign and domestic entities are welcome to submit the request. The Prime Recipient must also be an American citizen if the project is a cooperative arrangement. This determination will be made based on the eligibility criteria of the Prime Recipient, representative and ownership of intellectual property rights.
The Obama Administration seeks to fund innovative technologies that improve renewable energy efficiency. The Obama Administration also seeks to establish national clean energy innovation alliances throughout the United States in order to accelerate the development next-generation clean electricity technology pathways.
Deadline of EERE for allocating funds
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of (ARRA) contained a provision in EERE that outlines the timeline for funds to be allocated and expended. The ARRA required that the EERE offices announce grant programs within a period of 18 months. They were also required to solicit applications, conduct merit review, negotiate grants, distribute funds, and notify applicants. These initiatives had the goal of creating long-term jobs and boosting the economy.
The EERE Team reviewed existing processes to determine if a centralized reporting mechanism was necessary. Previously, teams would report to individual technology development managers who would then share relevant project data with senior stakeholders. They created a system for central reporting, which included guidelines for how to measure performance as well as requirements for sharing data.
One budget period may be allocated to an EERE for a project. This means that funds may be allocated to more than one project.