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The FEMP DOE Scholars program gives students hands-on experience with the technical work and interagency coordination behind federal energy management. For Leonna Deans, that meant contributing to projects and connecting with agencies across the country to understand how major infrastructure projects come together. That experience created a foundation of skills that led to her current role as a senior engineer at a D.C. utility implementing energy management best practices. Learn more about DOE Scholars opportunities.
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FEMP has published a new webpage outlining Buy American Act (BAA) requirements for federal procurements, including energy-related projects. The resource summarizes domestic preference laws, key Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, domestic content thresholds, and the roles of contracting officers and contractors in ensuring compliance.
The page also links to guidance on BAA waivers and applying the BAA to on-site energy generation projects.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), with support from FEMP, has released the latest U.S. ESCO Industry Report. The publication provides updated revenue data, market trends, regional patterns, and customer priorities associated with energy savings performance contract (ESPC) projects. Findings show continued growth in the ESCO sector, including $10.7B in reported revenue for 2024 and projected revenue of $15.0B by 2027.
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New FEMP Trainings
Utility Open House for Federal Customers Featuring Philadelphia Gas Works
November 5 | 10 a.m.–1:15 p.m. ET
Hybrid: Virtual and In-Person in Philadelphia, PA
0.4 IACET CEUs | Level: Introductory
Open to all federal attendees | Cost: None
FEMP’s Utility Open Houses for Federal Customers initiative connects federal agencies with utility providers to support informed decision-making, raise awareness of energy program opportunities, and highlight solutions that advance key federal energy objectives. The upcoming Open House will feature Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW), covering utility energy service contract (UESC) financing options and regional federal success stories. In-person attendees will also get the opportunity to go on a guided tour of PGW’s combined heat and power and natural gas heat pump systems! Note this event is only open to federal agencies.
From Contract to Completion: Virtual UESC Training
This three-day training provides federal agency staff and utility representatives with a comprehensive overview of utility energy service contracts (UESCs), from fundamentals through project completion. Participants will explore how UESCs can reduce operational costs while addressing critical infrastructure priorities, learn how and why agencies may contract directly with serving utilities, and gain practical knowledge of the project development and execution process. The training covers content from across the full UESC project life cycle, equipping attendees with the tools and best practices needed to successfully develop, award, and manage implementation of UESC projects.
Please note: Attendees must register for each day separately.
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Day 1 (November 17): UESC Foundations, Key Policies & Project Initiation — Register for Day 1. Register for Day 1.
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Day 2 (November 18): Project Development: Utility Selection Through IGA — Register for Day 2. Register for Day 2.
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Day 3 (November 19): Implementation, Performance & Long-Term Management — Register for Day 3. Register for Day 3.
Attend the Next FEMP Treasure Hunt in Texas
November 17–18, 2026 | Naval Air Station Kingsville – Kingsville, TX
FEMP “Treasure Hunts” are no-cost, guided, two-day, on-site trainings offered to personnel at federal facilities. Treasure Hunts teach staff to identify cost-effective operational improvements that yield significant cost savings. If you would like to participate in this upcoming Treasure Hunt, email Allison Ackerman.
Become a Certified Data Center Energy Practitioner
Data centers are complex facilities that require specialized knowledge and training to conduct and assess energy performance.
To support this need, the U.S. Department of Energy and industry partners developed the Data Center Energy Practitioner (DCEP) Training Program. This program certifies professionals as qualified to assess energy performance and identify savings opportunities in data centers.
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Generalist
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November 16
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HVAC Specialist
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November 17–18
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Electrical Specialist
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November 19
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IT Specialist
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November 20
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Withstand Natural Disasters Better with FEMP's New On-Demand Course
Title: Withstanding Natural Disasters: 1 – Wildfire Hazards and Mitigation Strategies
On-Demand | 1 hour | 0.1 CEUs
This on-demand training provides an overview of wildfire hazards, helping participants understand how factors such as vegetation, building materials, and site layout influence a site’s vulnerability. Potential mitigation strategies will be explored, including approaches to harden infrastructure against various wildfire impacts, like smoke and fire. The session supports facility resilience planning by equipping participants with actionable knowledge to reduce wildfire risk while sustaining safe, reliable operations.
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The U.S. Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program builds the capacity of the federal agency workforce to achieve affordable, reliable, and secure energy use in facilities and fleets—saving taxpayers money.
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