energy department
Definition
Proper noun The Energy Department is the federal department of the United States government responsible for creating and maintaining the national energy policy. Its mission includes advancing energy security, promoting scientific and technological innovation related to energy, and ensuring the environmental cleanup of the national nuclear weapons complex. It was established in 1977.
Usage
The term "Energy Department" is used to refer specifically to this U.S. government cabinet-level agency. It is often preceded by the definite article "the." * The Energy Department released a new report on renewable energy sources. * Funding for the project was approved by the Energy Department.
Advanced Usage
- The acronym DOE (Department of Energy) is frequently used interchangeably with "the Energy Department," especially in official and technical contexts.
- The DOE announced new efficiency standards for appliances.
Variants and Related Words
- Department of Energy (DOE): The full official name of the department.
- Secretary of Energy: The title of the head of the Energy Department, a member of the President's cabinet.
Synonyms
- DOE (Acronym)
- U.S. Department of Energy (Full formal name)
Noun
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the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977
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