### Question
How does ENERGY SAVINGS IN BUILDINGS AND INDUSTRY define practices?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 17061*, **practices** is defined as:

> design, financing, permitting, construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance, and other practices that contribute to achieving zero-net-energy buildings or facilities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17061*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER III-ENERGY SAVINGS IN BUILDINGS AND INDUSTRY**

