VA Directive 0055
July 28, 2003
5. DEFINITIONS.
a. Central Energy Board. A board comprised of the designated energy liaisons for each
administration and staff office. This board will be responsible for establishing policies,
procedures, and guidelines for the regional energy boards.
b. Commodity. A purchasable unit of energy such as electricity, water, natural gas, steam,
petroleum.
c. Energy Assessment. An energy audit to identify energy deficiencies and needs.
d. Energy Goals. Energy conservation goals mandated by the federal government.
e. Investment Decision Matrix. A VA document used for assessing an investment
opportunity determining the most efficient funding vehicle to complete the energy investment.
f. Investment Option. The funding/procurement mechanism used to accomplish energy
needs and deficiencies. This includes the use of appropriated funds (major, minor, non-
recurring maintenance) and third-party alternative financing (enhanced-use leases, energy
savings performance contracts, and utility energy savings contracts).
g. Regional Energy Boards. Boards comprised of administration and staff office personnel
to manage commodity acquisition purchases and strategies, and other duties as assigned.
The regional boards will be responsible for the administration and implementation of the
policies, procedures, and guidelines set forth by the Central Energy Board.
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