Stand-To: Procedure prior to first light to enhance unit security, a daily compendium of news, information, and context for Army leaders.

"We are in strong agreement that in order to reduce the chances of miscommunication, misunderstanding or miscalculation, it is important that our military-to-military ties are solid, consistent and not subject to shifting political winds."

- Defense Secretary Robert Gates, during his visit to China, stressing that the military-to-military relationship must continue in good times and bad.

Gates: US, China must cooperate as world powers

"It's very important to train at all hours of the day. You never know when or at what time a situation calls you to duty. So it's important to always be prepared. Unfortunately, war doesn't live on a time table."

- Spc. Blake Essex, a Wolfpack Soldier, speaks about the training mission which prepares Soldiers to be in a state of readiness at all times.

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Gates recommends Dempsey as next Army Chief of Staff


Army websites of interest:

Comprehensive Soldier Fitness

Army Values

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• The veteran who was never a veteran
• Unclaimed money: Veterans & their families
• Interview with Keri Smith of The Glamorous Life of an Army Wife
• The list maker vs. Scarlett O'Hara

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Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment

What is it?

The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment (OASA (IE&E)) has responsibility for policy development, program oversight, outreach, and coordination of a wide variety of Army activities overseeing the Army's installations. The OASA (IE&E) executes these responsibilities through innovative business transformation processes and continuous process improvement in the areas of installations, real estate (including military and civil works), housing, environment, safety and occupational health, energy, privatization and partnerships with industry.

What has the Army done?

Effective Oct. 1, 2010, the assistant secretary of the Army (Installations and Environment) was re-designated as the assistant secretary of the Army (Installations, Energy and Environment (ASA IE&E)). This recognizes an increased focus on energy as well as integrating efforts and synergies with installations and the environment.

What efforts is the Army planning for the future?

With a focus on energy, environment, safety, partnerships and quality of life, OASA IE&E is directing installations toward a net zero strategy. Net zero energy water and waste strategies enable us to prudently manage limited resources. This will continue to adapt installations, processes, policies, procedures and business practices to ensure the Army family has the resources needed to deploy, fight and win, while enjoying safe and healthy environment, quality services and supportive communities.

Why is this important to the Army?

In this tenth year of persistent conflict, we face the challenge of dealing effectively with a myriad of complex, simultaneous efforts in hosting Army units undergoing re-stationing, GTA, ARFORGEN business transformation, GDPR and the final year of BRAC. We must recognize that energy is not only a force multiplier, but also vulnerability. Energy security today is operationally necessary and financially prudent. Army installations, tactical operations and Soldiers' training all require secure and uninterrupted access to energy. We must ensure our Soldiers and their families today - and in the future - have the land, water, and air resources they need to train; quality services and reach back capabilities to deploy; a safe and healthy infrastructure and environment in which to live and effectively work; and the support of the local communities and the American people.

Resource:

The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment website

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Army announces new lighting policy

Sustainable design and development makes "less, smarter and better" a priority for buildings

Army welcomes new Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy and Partnership