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{{Organization
|OrganizationName= Office of Inspector General (OIG) - Department of Energy
|OrganizationType= Independent Agency
|Mission= The Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) promotes economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of DOE programs and operations. It seeks to prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement, ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of public funds.
|OrganizationExecutive= Inspector General
|Employees= Approximately 250
|Budget= $50 million (estimated annual budget)
|Website= https://www.energy.gov/ig/
|Services= Audits; Inspections; Investigations; Fraud Awareness
|ParentOrganization= United States Department of Energy
|CreationLegislation= Inspector General Act of 1978
|Regulations=
|HeadquartersLocation= 38.894393, -77.047082
|HeadquartersAddress= 1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585
}}
{{Infobox official post
{{Infobox official post
| post = [[United States Department of Energy]], Office of the Inspector General
| post = [[United States Department of Energy]], Office of the Inspector General
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The '''U.S.''' '''Department of Energy Office of Inspector General''' ('''DOE''' '''OIG''') is an [[Inspector General]] office created by the Department of Energy Organization Act of 1977.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=P.L. 95-91, Department of Energy Organization Act of 1977.|url=https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-91/pdf/STATUTE-91-Pg565.pdf#page=11|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=}}</ref> The Inspector General for the [[United States Department of Energy|Department of Energy]] is charged with investigating and auditing department programs to combat [[waste]], [[fraud]], and [[wiktionary:Abuse|abuse]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=[USC02] INSPECTOR GENERAL ACT OF 1978|url=https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?path=/prelim@title5/title5a/node20&edition=prelim|access-date=2020-10-29|website=uscode.house.gov}}</ref>
The '''U.S.''' '''Department of Energy Office of Inspector General''' ('''DOE''' '''OIG''') is an [[Inspector General]] office created by the Department of Energy Organization Act of 1977.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=P.L. 95-91, Department of Energy Organization Act of 1977.|url=https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-91/pdf/STATUTE-91-Pg565.pdf#page=11|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=}}</ref> The Inspector General for the [[United States Department of Energy|Department of Energy]] is charged with investigating and auditing department programs to combat [[waste]], [[fraud]], and [[wiktionary:Abuse|abuse]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=[USC02] INSPECTOR GENERAL ACT OF 1978|url=https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?path=/prelim@title5/title5a/node20&edition=prelim|access-date=2020-10-29|website=uscode.house.gov}}</ref>
'''Office of Inspector General (OIG) - Department of Energy''' acts as an independent watchdog over the Department of Energy, ensuring that its programs and activities are conducted with integrity, efficiency, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.energy.gov/ig/}}
==Mission==
The mission of the DOE OIG is to provide independent and objective oversight to improve the integrity, accountability, and performance of DOE programs and operations. By conducting audits, inspections, and investigations, it aims to identify inefficiencies, prevent fraud, and protect taxpayer investments in energy and science.<ref>Unknown (January 25, 2025). [https://twitter.com/Fludded "Office of Inspector General | Department of Energy"]. X.</ref>
==Parent organization==
The OIG is an independent entity within the [https://www.energy.gov/ United States Department of Energy], reporting directly to Congress and the DOE Secretary to maintain its autonomy.<ref>Unknown (January 25, 2025). [https://twitter.com/Fludded "Office of Inspector General | Department of Energy"]. X.</ref>
==Legislation==
The DOE Office of Inspector General was established by the [https://www.ignet.gov/sites/default/files/files/ig_act.pdf Inspector General Act of 1978], which created OIGs across various federal departments to oversee operations and prevent malfeasance.<ref>Unknown (January 25, 2025). [https://twitter.com/Fludded "Inspector General Act of 1978"]. X.</ref>
==Partners==
* Department of Justice for legal actions based on OIG findings.
* Other Inspectors General for shared investigations or audits.
* Various law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts.
==Number of employees==
The OIG employs approximately 250 staff members, including auditors, investigators, and support personnel.<ref>Unknown (January 25, 2025). [https://twitter.com/Fludded "Office of Inspector General | Department of Energy"]. X.</ref>
==Organization structure==
The OIG structure includes:
* **Audit Services** for examining financial statements and program operations.
* **Investigations** to look into allegations of fraud, waste, or abuse.
* **Inspections and Special Reviews** for evaluating DOE's management practices.
* **Management and Administration** to support the OIG's operational needs.
===Leader===
The OIG is headed by the Inspector General, with Teri L. Donaldson currently serving in this position.<ref>Unknown (January 25, 2025). [https://twitter.com/Fludded "Teri L. Donaldson"]. X.</ref>
===Divisions===
* **Audit Services** - Conducts financial and performance audits.
* **Investigations** - Handles criminal and administrative investigations.
* **Inspections and Special Reviews** - Focuses on systemic issues and special projects.
==List of programs==
* Financial and Performance Audits
* Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Investigations
* Special Inspections of DOE Programs
* Whistleblower Protections and Outreach
==Last total enacted budget==
The OIG's annual budget is approximately $50 million, though exact figures may vary year by year.<ref>Unknown (January 25, 2025). [https://twitter.com/Fludded "Office of Inspector General | Department of Energy"]. X.</ref>
==Staff==
The OIG has around 250 employees dedicated to oversight functions, ensuring the DOE operates efficiently and ethically.
==Funding==
The budget for the OIG comes from the DOE's general appropriations, with Congress mandating its funding to maintain the office's independence.
==Services provided==
The OIG provides oversight through audits, investigations, and inspections, aiming to improve program effectiveness, detect and prevent financial mismanagement, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. It also educates DOE employees and the public on fraud awareness.
==Regulations overseen==
While not directly overseeing regulations, the OIG audits DOE for compliance with federal laws and regulations, focusing on how they are implemented within DOE programs.
==Headquarters address==
1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585
==History==
Established by the Inspector General Act of 1978, the DOE OIG has been instrumental in maintaining accountability within the Department of Energy, addressing issues from the management of nuclear materials to the administration of energy efficiency programs.


== History of Inspectors General ==
== History of Inspectors General ==
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==External links==
* [https://www.energy.gov/ig/ Official Website]
* [[wikipedia:Office of Inspector General (United States Department of Energy)]]


== References ==
== References ==
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