Bill Overview
Title: DOD Clean Energy Act
Description: This bill addresses energy policy and climate resilience efforts of the Department of Defense (DOD), including by establishing in statute specified DOD clean energy targets, providing direct hire authority for DOD to appoint qualified candidates in positions that support the energy independence and climate resilience efforts, and authorizing DOD to develop charging or refueling stations for alternative fuel vehicles on its installations.
Sponsors: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Target Audience
Population: People employed by the Department of Defense and associated communities
Estimated Size: 3000000
- The bill targets the Department of Defense in the United States, impacting military personnel and civilians working for the DOD.
- By focusing on clean energy, it can have ripple effects on the energy industry as it may increase demand for alternative fuel stations and related equipment, directly affecting people working in this sector globally.
- The focus on climate resilience could help communities nearby DOD installations by reducing environmental impacts, thus indirectly affecting people living in those areas.
Reasoning
- The DOD Clean Energy Act will primarily affect individuals employed by the Department of Defense through its focus on clean energy and climate resilience efforts, which will impact the working conditions and responsibilities of these individuals.
- The policy will also indirectly affect businesses and communities near DOD installations due to potential changes in energy supply and demand for goods and services related to clean energy infrastructure.
- Given the budget constraints, while the direct impact is on a large organization like the DOD, extensive nationwide repercussions might be limited in scope but significant locally near installations.
- For this simulation, we focus on a variety of individuals to capture the potential range of impacts including direct DOD employees, local business owners, and others in adjacent sectors.
Simulated Interviews
Civil Engineer at a DOD Installation (Virginia)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe this Clean Energy Act can provide more opportunities for developing sustainable projects.
- The focus on energy independence aligns with our current infrastructure plans, promising more investments in advanced technologies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 8 |
DOD Civilian Employee (California)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The new policy could pave the way for long-term job security and innovation.
- I am excited about the potential for career growth in clean energy sectors here at the DOD.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Local Dairy Farmer (Texas)
Age: 51 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm cautiously optimistic that this policy will address some of the environmental issues we're seeing with DOD activities.
- If they do it right, there might also be business opportunities for cleaner supply chains.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Electrician (Florida)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy could mean more work and more advanced projects to be part of, which is exciting.
- I hope to receive additional training in clean energy systems as demand grows.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Environmental Scientist (New York)
Age: 34 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy is a step in the right direction, though it's just the beginning.
- It should accelerate the pace of environmental reforms and align military practices with sustainable standards.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 10 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 9 |
Retired DOD Administrator (Ohio)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 8.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy indicates a vital shift in how the DOD addresses energy consumption and environmental impact.
- I hope this will enhance the quality of life for communities adjoining military installations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
DOD Military Personnel (North Carolina)
Age: 22 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could mean more training opportunities and more operational efficiency.
- I hope it will create pathways for military and personal development in sustainability.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Renewable Energy Company Manager (Colorado)
Age: 42 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy will likely increase the demand for our products, offering a substantial growth opportunity for my company.
- It pushes the federal government to lead by example in the adoption of renewable energy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 10 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 10 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 9 |
Policy Analyst (Washington D.C.)
Age: 56 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The implementation of this policy is crucial for setting a precedent in government operations.
- It will serve as an effective benchmark for long-term energy planning across various sectors.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 10 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 8 |
Small Business Owner (Hawaii)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The development of alternative fuel infrastructure will bring in more business and diversify my customer base.
- I'm looking forward to tapping into new segments of the market as this policy unfolds.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $1500000000 (Low: $1200000000, High: $1800000000)
Year 2: $1300000000 (Low: $1000000000, High: $1600000000)
Year 3: $1200000000 (Low: $900000000, High: $1500000000)
Year 5: $1100000000 (Low: $800000000, High: $1400000000)
Year 10: $1000000000 (Low: $700000000, High: $1300000000)
Year 100: $750000000 (Low: $500000000, High: $1000000000)
Key Considerations
- The scale and speed of infrastructure deployment for alternative fuel stations will affect both costs and effectiveness.
- Technology advancements over time may reduce future cost estimates.
- Global energy prices and availability of clean energy resources will impact cost and savings.