Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA)

The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) is a federal energy law that promotes energy conservation and renewable energy. The Act seeks to enhance American energy security, reduce the nation’s dependence on foreign oil, mitigate global climate change, and create jobs. EISA mandated tighter fuel economy standards for motor vehicles, increased use of biofuels such as ethanol and biodiesel, investments in renewable energies such as wind and solar power, new efficiency standards for buildings and appliances, and better use of existing resources by reducing wasted energy.