Dive Brief:

• Oklahoma has launched a program to cut energy use in state buildings by 20% by 2020.
• Oklahoma expects to save at least $150 million by 2020 through the program, which Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin, a Republican, says is the most aggressive in the U.S. “We believe this is the most ambitious behavior-based energy savings program any state government has undertaken, and we are committed to its success,” she said.

Dive Insight:

With its large building stock, state government is typically a major energy user. Just like businesses, states around the country are looking to cut their electric use to save money. In Oklahoma, through a solicitation process, the state will get help from local energy efficiency company ES2 in developing a plan to cut its electric use.