Executive Order (EO) 13514, "Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy, and Economic Performance," was signed by President Obama on 5 October 2009. This EO does not rescind/eliminate the requirements of EO 13423. Instead, it expands on the energy reduction and environmental performance requirements for Federal agencies identified in EO 13423.

The goal of EO 13514 is "to establish an integrated strategy towards sustainability in the Federal Government and to make reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) a priority for Federal agencies."

Towards meeting that goal, Federal agencies are required to meet a series of deadlines critical to achieving the GHG reduction goals of the EO:

• By 5 November 2009 each agency submitted the name of their Senior Sustainability Officer (SSO) to the CEQ Chair and OMB Director;
• On 4 January 2010 a percentage reduction target for agency-wide reductions of scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in absolute terms by fiscal year 2020, relative to a fiscal year 2008 baseline of the agency's scope 1 and 2 GHG is due to the CEQ Chair and OMB Director;
• On 2 June 2010 Scope 3 targets and the Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan is due to the CEQ Chair and the OMB Director (NOTE: Section 8 of the EO describes the Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan required contents);
• 31 January 2011 the comprehensive GHG inventory is due from each of the agencies to the CEQ Chair and OMB Director.

NOTE: Templates and tools to aid in the creation of inventories and plans are under development and will be made available at this site as they are completed.

In addition to guidance, recommendations, and plans which are due by specific dates, EO 13514 lays out the following numerical targets for agencies:

• Reduce petroleum consumption by 2% per year through FY2020 (applies to agencies with fleets of more than 20 vehicles) (Baseline FY2005).
• Reduce by 2% annually:
  • Potable water intensity by FY2020 (26% total reduction) (Baseline FY2007).
  • Industrial, landscaping, and agricultural water intensity by FY2020 (20% total reduction) (Baseline FY2010).
• Achieve 50% or higher diversion rate:
  • Non-hazardous solid waste by FY2015.
  • Construction and demolition materials and debris by FY2015.
• Ensure at least 15% of existing buildings and leases (>5,000 gross sq ft) meet the Guiding Principles by FY2015, with continued progress towards 100%.
• Ensure 95% of all new contracts, including non-exempt contract modifications, require products and services that are energy-efficient, water-efficient, biobased, environmentally preferable, non-ozone depleting, contain recycled-content, non-toxic or less-toxic alternatives.

This EO also sets non-numerical targets that agencies must reach, including:

• Increase renewable energy and renewable energy generation on agency property.
• Pursue opportunities with vendors and contractors to reduce GHG emissions (i.e., transportation options and supply chain activities).
• Reduce building energy intensity.
• Ensure all new Federal buildings that enter the planning process in 2020 and thereafter are designed to achieve zero-net-energy standards by 2030.
• Use low GHG emitting vehicles, including AFVs, and optimize the number of vehicles in agency fleets.
• Implement water management strategies including water-efficient and low-flow fixtures.
• Implement source reduction to minimize waste and pollutant generation.
• Decrease use of chemicals directly associated with GHG emissions.
• Participate in transportation planning and recognize existing infrastructure in regions/communities.
• Ensure procurement preference for EPEAT-registered electronic products.

Beyond targets, EO 13514 calls for specific management strategies to improve sustainability including:

• Develop and implement innovative, agency-specific policies and practices to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions in agency operations.
• Manage existing buildings to reduce energy, water, and materials consumption.
• Implement and achieve objectives in EPA's Stormwater Management Guidance (§14).
• Reduce paper use and acquire paper containing at least 30% postconsumer fiber.
• Minimize the acquisition, use, and disposal of toxic and hazardous materials.
• Employ environmentally sound practices for the disposition of all agency excess or surplus electronic products.
• Procure Energy Star and FEMP-designated electronic equipment.
• Continue implementation of existing EMS programs.

The full text of the required targets and strategies can be found within Executive Order 13514.

Information relating to EO 13514 can be obtained through the following links below:

• Regulations, Guidance, and Policy
  • EO 13514
  • Recommendations and Guidance
  • Sustainability Integration or "Crosswalks"
• Supporting Information and Tools
  • Databases/Software Tools
  • Libraries/Repositories
• Lessons Learned
  • Agency Goals
  • Award Winners
  • Sustainable Development
• Training, Presentations, and Briefings
• Conferences and Events

For detailed guidance on Greenhouse Gases, see Program Areas->Greenhouse Gases.

For detailed guidance on EO 13423, see Program Areas->EO 13423.