Secretary of Energy Advisory Board
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Secretary of Energy Advisory Board (SEAB) is an independent advisory committee that provides counsel to the Secretary of Energy. Composed of experts from various fields, SEAB offers insights and strategic advice on critical issues facing the DOE, including energy policy, technological innovation, and national security.
Mission
The SEAB's mission is to deliver expert, unbiased advice to the Secretary of Energy to inform departmental policies, research priorities, and operational strategies. By providing recommendations on energy, science, and security matters, SEAB aims to help DOE navigate complex challenges and leverage opportunities in the energy sector[1].
Parent organization
SEAB operates within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), directly advising the Secretary[2].
Legislation
SEAB was established by the Secretary of Energy under the authority of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), which allows for the creation of such advisory boards for federal agencies.
Partners
- Various DOE offices, programs, and initiatives for strategic input.
- External experts from academia, industry, and other sectors.
Number of employees
SEAB does not have employees in the traditional sense; it consists of appointed members who serve in an advisory capacity without full-time staff roles.
Organization structure
The organization of SEAB includes:
Leader
Led by a Chairperson, with a Vice-Chair.
Divisions
- Working Groups on specific topics like clean energy deployment, AI, and cybersecurity.
List of programs
- Clean Energy Deployment for recommendations on accelerating renewable energy use.
- Artificial Intelligence for advising on AI applications in energy.
- Laboratory Entrepreneurship to enhance DOE's national labs' innovation.
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for SEAB are not publicly available since it operates under the DOE's broader budget.
Staff
SEAB's composition involves appointed members rather than a permanent staff. These members are experts from diverse backgrounds, including science, business, and academia.
Funding
Funding for SEAB's operations is part of the DOE's budget, covering travel, meetings, and related expenses for board members.
Services provided
SEAB provides strategic advice, policy recommendations, and expert insights on DOE's science, energy, and security missions. This includes work on energy technologies, environmental policies, nuclear security, and the integration of new technologies like AI into DOE operations[3].
Regulations overseen
SEAB does not oversee regulations but influences policy and regulatory considerations through its recommendations.
Headquarters address
1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585, USA
History
The Secretary of Energy Advisory Board was established in 1990 to provide the Secretary with independent, external advice on a range of issues critical to DOE's mission. Over the years, SEAB has played a pivotal role in shaping DOE policy, particularly in areas like energy efficiency, nuclear stewardship, and technological innovation[4].
External links
References
- ↑ "Secretary of Energy Advisory Board". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/seab/secretary-energy-advisory-board.
- ↑ "U.S. Department of Energy". DOE. https://www.energy.gov/.
- ↑ "Secretary of Energy Advisory Board". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/seab/secretary-energy-advisory-board.
- ↑ "Energy Department * Federal Register". Federal Register. https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies/energy-department.