### Question
How is the term smart building defined?


### Answer
The term **smart building** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 17064* as the following:

> a building, or collection of buildings, with an energy system that—


(A) is flexible and automated

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17064*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER III-ENERGY SAVINGS IN BUILDINGS AND INDUSTRY**

