DOD's operational energy strategy targets long-term warfighting capability

By Jordana Mishory / February 18, 2016 at 10:00 AM
The Defense Department's recently released 2016 operational energy strategy states that "first and foremost, the department's use of operational energy needs to focus on increasing long-term warfighting capability." The Pentagon "recognizes that while reducing the demand for energy is an essential component of any energy strategy, this may not always be an option," according to the strategy . "Instead, the department should remain focused on achieving increased warfighter capability as the salient outcome while advocating for programs and initiatives that...

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