Exactly what is the purpose of the Department of Energy?

[tyroneweaver]

Wasn't it supposed to have the foresight to keep energy prices down?

Make us self sufficient?
Basically the opposite of what's happening now?

It's proven to be the most worthless department we have.

Would somebody inform us what their annual budget is?

 

[ZZ PUPPS]

Drive carbon based energy costs through the roof.