The Office was created by statute with the mandate of carrying out the public policy of ensuring energy conservation and efficiency, the wise management and development of the State's traditional energy resources, and the development and commercialization of renewable and alternate energy resources for the purpose of providing an adequate energy supply, economic prosperity and a safe environment for all Georgians. In order to fulfill this mandate, the Office monitors the State's energy situation, and designs, develops and implements programs and activities in four major areas: energy conservation, renewable energy resources, fuels management, and impact assistance.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 187-1-2-.02
O.C.G.A. 45-12-150.