EPA & NAM partner to reduce energy use by 10 percent

The Environmental Protection Agency and the National Association of Manufacturers have signed a memorandum of understanding challenging manufacturers to reduce their energy consumption by 10 percent. The industrial sector comprises of one-third of U.S. energy consumption and one-third of U.S. carbon dioxide emissions. To cut energy use by 10 percent would save manufacturers over $10 billion and enough power to service over 10 million American homes. Under the MOU, EPA will "support NAM members in developing and refining company-wide energy management programs, share best energy management practices, provide training, and recognize the energy efficiency achievements of NAM members." The full press release can be found here.