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The Department of Energy, through the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s (EERE) Building Technologies Program works closely with the building industry and manufacturers to conduct research and development on technologies and practices for energy efficiency. The Department also promotes energy and money-saving opportunities to builders and consumers and works with state and local regulatory groups to improve building codes and appliance standards.
In addition, the Office of Hearings and Appeals plays a regulatory role in the area of Energy Efficiency as it relates to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.
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