"The fact remains that when we employ an 'out of sight, out of mind' mining strategy, both Americans and our environment lose. Not only do Americans lose out on good-paying jobs, but we’re supporting a dirtier, unsafe industry abroad. If we care about our planet and our people, the U.S. will take control of its mining future."
Crossing the climate chasm requires cleaner energy now. The Gulf of Mexico’s energy resources are on the right path.
Congress has a real opportunity to pass reforms that are good for people and good for the planet, but we need bold and courageous leadership from conservatives to get it done.
The results of PERC’s study are a mixed bag, but it is encouraging to see that many states are making it easier to spur private conservation practices.
"Conservative thought leaders have been resistant to the idea of Congress imposing an arbitrary requirement on interregional transfer. Their instincts serve them well. Grid economics and reliability conditions vary by region. Some conservatives skeptical of a uniform requirement find a tailored approach more appealing, where transfer levels are determined by region-specific reliability conditions and benefit-cost analysis."
"Attempts to quickly find solutions may very well have the effect of driving up costs for freight rail transportation without having any measurable impact on safety, and they could undoubtedly result in a negative impact on U.S. efforts to lower global emissions."
Policymakers must recognize the significant role freight rail plays – not only in reducing emissions – but also in strengthening American supply chains and economic growth.
As lawmakers look to shore up the next generation of U.S. agriculture, providing adequate funding to AgARDA is a good place to start.
Thanks to the leadership of members like Congressman Pfluger, America’s energy sector can continue to lead the world for years to come.
"By harnessing the benefits of small nuclear reactors alongside other renewable energy sources, we can create a resilient and low-carbon energy system, paving the way toward a cleaner and brighter future for generations to come."
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