Applications Now Open – FEMP Early Career Professionals Program
The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) is now accepting applications for Cohort 3 of the Early Career Professionals Program (ECPP). This development opportunity aims to help professionals early in their careers develop a baseline of subject matter knowledge and expertise while building professional relationships to successfully carry out their federal agencies' missions related to energy and water management.
The program runs from February through November 2026 and includes structured training, peer learning, and access to a cross-agency network of professionals focused on advancing federal goals.
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Monthly virtual sessions starting in February 2026
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Targeted technical and leadership development
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Peer and mentor engagement opportunities
Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Announcing Workforce Wednesdays: On-Demand Trainings for Federal Energy Management!
FEMP is launching Workforce Wednesdays: On-Demand Trainings for Federal Energy Management, a monthly series that highlights no-cost, on-demand training opportunities for federal energy management professionals.
Each month we’ll spotlight a new topic—from energy security and partnerships to performance contracting and technology solutions—so you can strengthen your expertise whenever it fits your schedule.
Many courses are eligible for continuing education units (CEUs).
New Cybersecurity Tool Streamlines Self-Assessments
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), in collaboration with FEMP, has released the Facility Cybersecurity Framework (FCF) Lite—a streamlined self-assessment tool designed to help facility cybersecurity managers quickly evaluate their cybersecurity posture. Grounded in the principles of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 and aligned with FISMA 2014 and the Energy Act of 2020, FCF Lite offers a simplified path to identifying potential vulnerabilities and strengthening cyber readiness across facilities.
Energy and Water Resilience at George Washington Birthplace National Monument
The National Park Service recently completed a resilience assessment of the George Washington Birthplace National Monument’s energy and water systems using the FEMP Technical Resilience Navigator (TRN) Lite. This case study highlights the process and key lessons learned, such as the value of leveraging existing data and engaging site personnel, to support cost-savings and risk management of this historic 551-acre site in northern Virginia.
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New Resource: Utility Resilience Programs White Paper
Energy security is increasingly critical for federal agencies facing extreme weather and power disruptions. Yet improving resilience can be expensive and challenging to fund through traditional appropriations alone.
FEMP’s latest white paper examines how partnerships with utilities can help agencies implement cost-shared resilience projects that benefit both federal sites and the broader power grid. The paper includes a national overview of current utility resilience programs and real-world examples from across the country.
Improve Indoor Air Quality and Building Efficiency with Ventilation Best Practices
Fresh, well-ventilated indoor air is vital for health, productivity, and energy efficiency. A new guide from FEMP offers practical strategies to identify poor indoor environmental quality, assess ventilation levels, maintain HVAC systems, and implement cost-effective improvements. Learn how to enhance building performance while extending system life and reducing maintenance costs.
Updated Utility Energy Service Contract Guide for 2025
The newly updated 2025 guide is an essential resource for acquisition teams working on utility energy service contracts (UESCs). It emphasizes using task orders under a GSA areawide contract to acquire energy management services. The guide includes comprehensive templates to support every step—from acquisition planning to awarding task orders for design and installation.
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