Power and Energy Strategy White Paper
Abstract
Power and energy grow ever more important to our military capabilities; they enable every system that supports Soldier and unit performance, from mobility and weapons systems to surveillance and communications -- not to mention simple heating and cooling. In recent years, several factors have emerged that further complicate the engineering and logistics challenges associated with power and energy, such as asymmetric threats to logistics and infrastructure, increasing competition for the world's oil supply, and concern about global climate change. This paper examines power and energy as they relate to Army operational challenges today and well into the future (2030+). It reflects a collaborative effort among the Army Capabilities Integration Center (ARCIC), Army G-4, Research, Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM), and other stakeholders who participated in a focused, 3-day workshop that leveraged the results of previous and ongoing initiatives. This report seeks to delineate a top-level strategy for investment in power and energy solutions based upon operational needs. It identifies critical challenges in each area, assesses prospective approaches, and recommends investment priorities. The report represents an initial step in an Operational Energy campaign.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2010
- Accession Number
- ADA555236
Entities
People
- Paul E. Roege
- Peter Schihl
- Rory Kirker
Organizations
- United States Army Training and Doctrine Command