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Native Seed Program grows DAF readiness

Mollie Miller — Sat, 30 Oct 2021 13:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Air Force Native Seed Program, part of the National Seed Strategy, is a Bureau of Land Management initiative that brings together 12 federal agencies and more than 300 non-federal partners to champion ecological restoration nationwide.

Nellis AFB reduces greenhouse gas emission through solar energy

Michael Hasenauer — Sun, 24 Oct 2021 15:00:00 GMT

Nellis Solar Array 1 saves Nellis AFB $1 million in electricity annually and reduces its yearly greenhouse gas emissions by 24,000 tons. NSA 1 was built in 2007 and covers 140 acres, which includes a previous landfill of 33 acres and provides 14.2 megawatts of power.

The Air Force partners with Twelve, proves it’s possible to make jet fuel out of thin air

Corrie Poland — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 16:41:00 GMT

Air Force Operational Energy endorsed the carbon transformation company Twelve to launch a pilot program to demonstrate that their proprietary technology could convert CO2 into operationally viable aviation fuel called E-Jet®.

Department of the Air Force recognizes Energy Awareness Month

Air Force Energy Public Affairs — Sun, 03 Oct 2021 13:04:00 GMT

Energy Awareness Month gives the Department of the Air Force the opportunity every October to look at the critical role energy plays in its combat capabilities and readiness.

Air Force BRAC program nears transfer milestones

Stela Fuentez — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 15:00:00 GMT

Between now and the end of 2022, if all goes according to plan, the Air Force will transfer these parcels of land to local communities and close the chapter on the storied histories of Galena Forward Operating Location, Alaska, and Chanute Air Force Base, Illinois.

Department of the Air Force Recognizes Energy Awareness Month

Melissa Tiedeman — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:55:00 GMT

The theme for Energy Awareness Month 2020 is “Energy Able, Mission Capable.”

Tinker AFB completes construction for Energy Savings Performance Contract project

Sarah McNair — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 16:55:00 GMT

This certification provides sustained program structure and imposes a rigorous international energy management standard centered around continual improvement, enhancing energy, controlling costs, operations and maintenance savings, and safety.

Emission inspection system saves money, air quality

Jennifer Schneider — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:30:00 GMT

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center launched the Employee-vehicle Certification and Reporting System, or ECARS, in 2013, and has since rolled the software out to 62 installations.

Air Force environmental programs help endangered species thrive

Courtney Strzelczyk — Sat, 01 Aug 2020 13:00:00 GMT

Through a combination of programs and partnerships with installations and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Air Force Civil Engineer Center is helping some endangered species make a comeback.

Pilot study aims to save money, protect environment with fewer oil changes

Jennifer Schneider — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 12:00:00 GMT

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Environmental Quality Technical Support Branch is currently leading a pilot study that evaluates the use of a standardized oil testing service to provide enhanced analytics and, ideally, allow for longer oil use.

Deforestation on Tyndall AFB leads to ecosystem restoration

Staff Sgt. Magen M. Reeves — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 18:57:00 GMT

This is a partnership between Air Force service members, Department of Defense contracted employees and representatives of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Air Force, USFWS partner to protect natural, cultural resources

Jennifer Schneider — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 15:00:00 GMT

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center and USFWS kicked off a joint Conservation Law Enforcement Partnership, or CLEP, this fall, placing six USFWS conservation law enforcement officers, or CLEOs, across five Air Force installations. These officers are responsible for preserving Air Force natural and cultural resources, as well as protecting those who participate in base recreation activities.

Air Force tests plasma reactor to degrade, destroy synthetic chemical compounds in groundwater

John Van Winkle — Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:15:00 GMT

Clarkson and GSI Environmental were awarded this research project to demonstrate the effectiveness of a plasma reactor for the treatment of water containing PFOS and PFOA. Wright-Patterson AFB was the installation chosen for the field demonstration.

Joint Base MDL, US Fish & Wildlife Service partner to protect conservation areas

Senior Airman Jake Carter — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 12:00:00 GMT

For the first time, USFWS and the 787th Civil Engineer Squadron will work hand-in-hand to protect and conserve the local and U.S. government land where fish and wildlife reside.

Environmentally friendly treadmills save money, energy for 786th FSS

Senior Airman Kristof J. Rixmann — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 12:00:00 GMT

Treadmills recently purchased by the 786th Force Support Squadron require no energy to function and as an individual runs on the treadmill, the machine actually transmits energy back into the power grid.

Air Force recognizes Energy Action Month 2019

Corrie Poland — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 14:01:00 GMT

During Energy Action Month, the Air Force will emphasize the need for smart energy solutions and inform Airmen, Air Force senior leaders, policy makers and aligned organizations about what they can do to effectively distribute, generate and manage resilient and reliable energy across the enterprise.

Ascension Island's hydroponics lab is revitalizing life on the volcanic island

Airman 1st Class Zoe Thacker — Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:00:00 GMT

Supplies, including food, are flown to the island because Ascension’s water cycle, soil and topography make it very difficult for anything to grow on the island – what does grow, you cannot or would not want to eat, until recently. Introducing Ascension Island’s own personal ‘garden’, the hydroponics laboratory.

Air Force workshop focuses on installation support, environmental stewardship

Charlotte Schuster — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 13:00:00 GMT

More than 400 military members and civilians were on hand at the 2019 Air Force Environmental Workshop to focus on the role of environmental restoration and protection in ensuring installations are mission ready. Hosted by AFCEC’s Environmental Management Directorate, a primary subordinate unit of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, the workshop focused on enabling the Air Force environmental mission of building resilient installations through environmental stewardship.

Hill AFB wins DOE award for energy efficiency

Todd Cromar — Sun, 18 Aug 2019 14:00:00 GMT

The annual award recognizes outstanding contributions in the areas of energy efficiency, water conservation and the use of renewable energy technologies at federal facilities.

Edwards AFB sends earthquake response to nearby base

Giancarlo Casem — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 15:02:00 GMT

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the first earthquake struck at 10:33 a.m. July 4 with a 6.4 magnitude and is now considered a foreshock. A second quake shook the area the following day at 8:20 p.m. with a stronger 7.1 magnitude. Estimated economic losses of what the USGS now calls the Searles Quake are at least $1 billion; furthermore, the air control tower at Plant 42 was also damaged. The exact extent of that damage is still under review.