DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

CHARTER

FUSION ENERGY SCIENCES ADVISORY COMMITTEE

1\. [Committee\'s Official Designation]{.underline}:

Fusion Energy Sciences Advisory Committee

2\. [Committee\'s Objectives and Scope of Activities and
Duties]{.underline}:

> The Fusion Energy Sciences Advisory Committee provides advice and
> guidance in response to charges from the Under Secretary for Science,
> on the Fusion Energy Sciences Program, including:
>
> a\. Periodic assessments of the various elements of both the magnetic
> and inertial fusion energy program issues and recommendations of any
> changes considered desirable on the basis of scientific and
> technological advances or other factors;
>
> b\. Advice on the merits of competing technical options, long-range
> plans, priorities, and strategies related to the scientific and
> engineering issues of fusion;
>
> c\. Advice on allocation and levels of funding appropriate to
> implement those strategies and to help maintain appropriate balance
> among the elements of the fusion energy sciences program; and
>
> d\. Advice and guidance on any issues relating to the fusion energy
> sciences program as requested by the Secretary or the Under Secretary
> for Science.

3\. [Time Period Necessary for the Committee to Carry Out Its
Purpose]{.underline}:

> In view of the goals and purposes of the Committee, it is expected to
> be continuing in nature.

4\. [Official To Whom This Committee Reports]{.underline}:

> The Committee will report to the Under Secretary for Science.

5\. [Agency Responsible for Providing Necessary Support for This
Committee]{.underline}:

> The Department of Energy. Within the Department, primary support shall
> be furnished by the Under Secretary for Science, through the Office of
> Fusion Energy Sciences.

6\. [Description of Duties for Which the Committee is
Responsible]{.underline}:

> The duties of the Committee are solely advisory and are stated in
> Paragraph 2, above.

7\. [Estimated Annual Operating Costs in Dollars and
Person-Years]{.underline}:

\$200,000; one-half person-year.

8\. [Estimated Number and Frequency of Meetings]{.underline}:

> The Committee will meet 2-4 times a year, as needed to complete
> charges from the Under Secretary for Science.

9\. [Committee\'s Termination Date (If less than two years from date of
establishment or renewal)]{.underline}:

Not applicable.

10\. [Subcommittee(s)]{.underline}:

> To facilitate the functioning of the Fusion Energy Sciences Advisory
> Committee, subcommittees may be formed. The objectives of the
> subcommittees are to gather data, conduct analyses, and develop draft
> recommendations for consideration by the full Committee. A
> subcommittee may consult with experts who are not members of the
> Committee.

11\. [Members]{.underline}:

> a\. Committee members shall be appointed by the Secretary of Energy
> for a term of two years with a view towards balance on the Committee
> of the various elements of fusion energy sciences.
>
> b\. Approximate number of Committee members: 20
>
> c\. Members shall be experts in their respective fields and appointed
> as special Government employees, or representatives of entities
> including among others, research facilities and academic institutions,
> should the Committee's task require such representation.

12\. [Chair and Vice-Chair]{.underline}:

The Chair and Vice-Chair shall be appointed by the Secretary of Energy.

This Charter for the Advisory Committee named above is hereby approved
on:

\_\_[August 7, 2007]{.underline}\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Date

\_\_\_\_\_\_[signed\_]{.underline}\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

James N. Solit

Advisory Committee Management Officer

\_\_[August 7, 2007]{.underline}\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Date Filed