SB 6518-S - DIGEST
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

Provides that, by September 1, 2009, each state agency is encouraged to reduce its electrical and heating consumption by fifteen percent from fiscal year 2005, using all practicable, cost-effective means available, including energy efficiency programs and the use of on-site renewable resources. The department of general administration, in cooperation with the state energy office, shall develop standards and formulas to assist agencies in meeting this goal.

Provides that, by September 1st of each year, each state agency shall report to the department of general administration its electrical and heating reduction efforts for the previous fiscal year. By December 31st of each year, the department shall summarize the reports and report to the appropriate committees of the legislature. The summary shall include details on how each agency was able to reduce its electrical and heating consumption.