Statement Testimony of Mr. Alan Shaffer, Principal Deputy, Defense Research and Engineering, Before the Subcommittee on Readiness of the House Armed Services Committee
Abstract
This testimony discusses the progress the Department of Defense has made in energy security. In FY 2007, the Department spent about $13 billion on energy related programs, which is up from $10.9 billion in FY 2005. But energy security entails more than just the cost of fuel. Energy affects program costs of weapons systems bought and maintained; the logistics of energy resupply affects force security. Energy use affects the ability to maneuver. Lowered energy use lets the military contribute positively to protection of the climate. And finally, lowered energy use contributes to security of supply and reduced reliance on potentially unreliable suppliers. All totaled, energy affects most aspects of the Department of Defense.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 03, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA506889
Entities
People
- Alan R. Shaffer