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Vermont government is failing to reduce energy use to meet reduction targets, state auditor finds
The Department of Buildings and General Services overestimated energy savings by more than $1.6 million and completed fewer projects due to staffing shortages, the auditor found.
- Vermont's state government is failing to meet and monitor its own longstanding goals to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
- The Department of Buildings and General Services has no system to track energy use across state buildings and transportation, and the auditor found instances where energy efficiency projects lost money.
- The auditor recommends the department adhere to reporting requirements, develop a tracking system for energy use, and complete more cost-saving projects amidst staffing shortages.
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Vermont government is failing to reduce energy use to meet reduction targets, state auditor finds
Vermont’s state government is failing to meet and monitor its own longstanding goals to formally reduce the amount of energy the state consumes — laws and systems aimed both at reducing cost and impact on the environment — according to a recent report from the State Auditor’s Office.
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