HR-568 : Still Just a Bill

Thermal Insulation Efficiency Improvement Act

This bill directs the Department of Energy to submit a report within one year on the impact of thermal insulation on both energy and water use systems for potable hot and chilled water in federal buildings and on the return on investment of installing the insulation. The report must include: (1) an analysis based on the cost of municipal or regional water for delivered water and the avoided cost of new water; and (2) a summary of energy and water savings, including short-term and long-term (20 years) projections of such savings.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2015-01-30CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.House committee actions
2015-01-27IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2015-01-27IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Energy
See Subjects
  • Accounting and auditing
  • Congressional oversight
  • Energy efficiency and conservation
  • Government buildings, facilities, and property
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Water storage
  • Water use and supply

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