The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced that the Department of Energy will set university grant overhead at 15%, aligning it with the limit applied to non-profits, for-profits, and state and local governments. This announcement was made public through a post on X on April 12.
According to DOGE, this policy, coordinated by Secretary Chris Wright and the Department of Energy, is expected to save taxpayers over $400 million annually. The savings are intended to redirect more funds toward research rather than administrative costs.
Chris Wright, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, said that department funding to colleges and universities is intended for scientific research rather than administrative or infrastructure costs. Under President Trump's leadership, he emphasized that taxpayer money should be allocated towards research instead of university overhead. This policy shift aims to save millions and ensure efficient use of public funds.
Chris Wright and U.S. Department of Energy
| https://x.com/DOGE/status/1911213545989021834
DOGE is a federal agency focused on optimizing government spending, reducing waste, and ensuring accountability in contract management. By reviewing expenditures and canceling non-essential contracts, DOGE aims to improve fiscal responsibility and enhance the effectiveness of public resource allocation.
