EISA

Energy Independence and Security Act

A United States federal law enacted in 2007 that aims to move the country toward greater energy independence and security through increased production of clean renewable fuels and improved energy efficiency. EISA establishes fuel economy standards promotes biofuel development mandates energy efficiency improvements requires sustainable building practices implements appliance standards and supports advanced vehicle technologies reducing dependency on foreign oil decreasing greenhouse gas emissions improving energy conservation and advancing clean energy technologies through comprehensive energy policy reforms and mandates.