U.S. Department of Commerce

U.S. Department of Commerce '07-'08
# of Pledges 1,681
# of Bulbs 15,294
Energy Savings 4,312,908 kWh
Cost Savings $401,100
*Greenhouse Gas 6,255,246 lbs.

* pounds of emissions prevented

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About this Organization

The Department of Commerce and its component bureaus create the conditions for economic growth and opportunity by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, competitiveness and stewardship. The Department of Commerces mission is linked directly to encouraging the economic growth that benefits all American industries, workers and consumers; enhancing technological leadership and environmental stewardship, and advocating market growth strategies. The responsibilities of the Department of Commerce are to foster U.S. business and industry; stimulate international trade; measure and analyze social development and economic activity; advance our nations scientific and technological capabilities; and understand, predict, and protect the natural environment.