In energy efficiency and conservation: the process of designing and implementing an optimal program of purchasing, generating, and consuming various types of energy based on the end user’s overall short-term and long-term management program, with due consideration of factors including costs, availability, economics, and environmental impact [Section 4(q), Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act of 2019; Rule II(s), Department Circular No. DC 2019-11-0014, Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 11285 (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act)]
Note: Under the IRR, the term is written as “Energy Management”. Also, “designing and implementing” is written using “and/or”.