The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) sponsors the annual Federal Energy and Water Management Awards to recognize individuals and organizations for significant contributions to energy and water efficiency within the federal government.

FEMP intends to distinguish federal employees who developed and implemented exemplary, cost-effective projects and programs that cut energy waste and advance America’s progress toward energy independence, resilience, and security, while also advancing federal agency missions.

The Federal Energy and Water Management Awards honor outstanding achievements in:

  • Energy and water efficiency and conservation
  • Energy and water resilience and cybersecurity
  • Distributed energy generation
  • Fleet and transportation management.

    2022 & 2021 Award Winners, Ceremony, and Forum Sessions

    For the first time in the history of FEMP’s Federal Energy and Water Management Awards, the 2021 and 2022 award winners were honored in person during Energy Exchange 2022. This live, invite-only ceremony was held Wednesday, October 26th in Cincinnati, Ohio at the Duke Convention Center, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. 

    Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum Sessions

    Lessons learned summaries and more are also available from the 2019 and 2018 forums.

    Register for Energy Exchange 2022 to attend the Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum sessions and hear lessons learned, best practices, and more from the 2021 and 2022 Federal Energy and Water Management Award Winners. 

    2021 Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum
    2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
    Tuesday, October 25th

    2022 Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum
    8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
    Wednesday, October 26th

     

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I have to be registered for Energy Exchange to attend the ceremony?

    No. Energy Exchange registration is not required to attend the ceremony; however, the ceremony is an invitation-only event. An invitation is required for entry. 

    Is Energy Exchange registration required to attend the Award Winning Champions Lessons Learned Forum sessions?

    Yes. Energy Exchange registration is required to attend the two Energy Exchange sessions featuring winners from the 2021 and 2022 awards. 

    2021 Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum
    2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
    Tuesday, October 25th

    2022 Award Winning Champions Shared Lessons Learned Forum
    8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
    Wednesday, October 26th

    Will FEMP pay for travel and lodging?

    No. FEMP will not pay for travel or lodging for those wishing to attend. 

    Key Resources

    Past Federal Energy and Water Management Award Winners
    Read about Federal Energy and Water Management Award winners since 2001.
    Air Force Achieves Fuel Efficiency through Industry Best Practices
    Fact sheet provides an overview of the U.S. Air Force's fuel efficiency program.
    U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Moves toward Net-Zero Buildings
    Fact sheet highlights sustainable design elements of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service visitor center at the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge.
    U.S. Marine Corps Stand at Forefront of Energy and Water Savings
    Fact sheet describes how the U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort reduced energy and water intensity with an energy savings performance contract.
    Federal Agency Coordinators for Award Nominations
    Agency coordinators vet and approve Federal Energy and Water Management Award nominations.
    Criteria and Guidelines for the Federal Energy and Water Management Awards
    Document outlines the criteria and guidelines for the Federal Energy and Water Management Awards.
    Federal Energy and Water Management Awards: Frequently Asked Questions
    Document answers frequently asked questions about Federal Energy and Water Management Award nominations.

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