### Question
How is the "Nexus of Energy and Water Sustainability RD&D Office" or the "NEWS RD&D Office" defined?


### Answer
The term **Nexus of Energy and Water Sustainability RD&D Office" or the "NEWS RD&D Office** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 16183* as follows -

> an office located at the Department and managed in cooperation with the Department of the Interior pursuant to an agreement between the 2 agencies to carry out leadership and administrative functions for the Interagency RD&D Coordination Committee

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16183*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER IX-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT**

