Biden announces energy and climate security plan

SEN. BIDEN ANNOUNCES ENERGY AND CLIMATE SECURITY PLAN FOR AMERICA


"We must begin to embrace - like Kum & Go and General Motors - innovation that reduces our dependence on oil, builds an export economy of clean technologies, and reverses the effects of climate change," said Sen. Biden.

With Flex-Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) as his backdrop, Sen. Biden said, "We must fundamentally shift the way we consume energy in this country in every sector of the economy - from increasing fuel efficiency of vehicles and using alternative fuels to generating more power from renewable sources like the wind and the sun."

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"There is no question our oil dependence is threatening our national security. It helps fuel the fundamentalism we're fighting. Our oil dependence limits our options and our influence around the world, because oil rich countries pursuing policies we oppose can stand up to us, while oil dependent allies may be afraid to stand with us. If we don't change our policy, oil will further empower the countries that produce it, restrict our options, and undermine our economic and physical security." - Senator Joe Biden


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"Sen. Biden announced a $50 billion investment in green jobs, alternative energy and energy efficiency. He also committed to setting higher energy efficiency and renewable energy targets for the federal government - the nation's largest energy consumer."

Nice chunk o'change - indicating Biden has an understanding that this situation is critical. We need to begin to do what we can IMMEDIATELY and continue forward at a fast pace. Tempus Fugit.

I also have faith in him that he will draw upon the experts to guide him on our best course, rather than trying to hide the truth from us and skew the data.

Thanks for posting this!