Introduction to Program and Acquisition Management - Energy Security

This report provides an introduction to program and acquisition management, specifically focusing on energy security within the Department of Defense (DOD). It highlights the importance of energy efficiency and the need for secure energy supplies to enhance operational capabilities. The report discusses the DOD's initiatives, such as investing in renewable energy and exploring alternative fuels to reduce reliance on liquid fuels. It also addresses the critical aspects of energy security, including understanding energy risks, managing the supply chain, integrating energy considerations into training, upgrading equipment for energy efficiency, and diversifying energy sources. The report references key concepts and provides an overview of the DOD's efforts to ensure energy security in its operations.

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Energy Security
The Department Of Defense needs access to the supply of energy which can be relied on,
thus making energy security a requirement by DOD. Energy efficiency is necessary to enhance
the range and endurance in the field (Harris & Lewis, 2012). Therefore, the department needs to
consider the full burden of delivering energy in the acquisition process. The DOD should
promote its ability to acquire, store, and transport required volumes of power to the areas to be
used, while at the same time overcoming threats along the supply chain.
The capability has been declared IOC. This is because the department has already
invested in renewable energy, harvesting energy at the point of use reducing the supply of liquid
fuel (Brown, 2010). Secondly, DOD has examined bulk purchases of alternative fuels to use
during operations
Energy security has as well been declared as FOC for example, since DOD in the past
few years tested and approved the use of alternative fuels across air, sea, and the ground
platforms. Additionally, the department financed construction of a biofuel refining.
It is essential to understand some concepts in energy security such as; what risks are
associated with the use of energy? To what extent does the department understand the use of
power and the supply chain? How does the agency include and monitor use of energy in
training? How does the current equipment get upgraded to better use of energy? How are energy
supplies diversified to lower risk?

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References
Brown, B. (2010). Introduction to Defense Acquisition Management, August 2010. Government
Printing Office.
Harris, H., & Lewis, M. (2012). Proposed leadership structure for joint acquisition programs.
DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIV FT BELVOIR VA.