Energy Downsizing: While DOE Is Achieving Budget Cuts, It Is Too Soon to Gauge Effects

Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO examined the Department of Energy's (DOE) progress in implementing its Strategic Alignment and Downsizing Initiative, focusing on whether: (1) the savings projected under the initiative have been achieved; (2) additional savings can be achieved; and (3) DOE can reduce its current and future expenditures.