2004 Governor's State of the State speeches: on Energy & Oil


Bill Ritter: 20% electricity efficiency improvement by 2020

I will adopt the Western Governor’s Association’s recent resolution calling for a 20% improvement in the efficiency of electricity use statewide by 2020. Getting wind energy on the wires will be one of my highest priorities. I’m eager to see the bill that will double the renewable energy requirements. I’m excited about the possible creation of a Colorado Clean Energy Fund that will help with the technology transfer of research to the marketplace & finally into our communities, homes & businesses
Source: 2004 State of the State Address Jan 11, 2007

Bill Ritter: Increase the use of local bio-fuels at the state government

We must convert our vehicle fleets to hybrid or flex-fuels as they are replaced. We must increase the use of bio-fuels which are produced in Colorado. All new and renovated state buildings must comply with higher energy-efficiency standards and become High Performance Buildings. Each year, I will recognize the remarkable people, businesses, institutions and nonprofits who work in the renewable energy field. I am happy to announce the creation of the Excellence in Renewable Energy Award.
Source: 2004 State of the State Address Jan 11, 2007

Bill Richardson: $6M for energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies

I am forming a Solar Power Task Force to identify a commercial-scale solar power project by the end of the year that would be under construction by 2006. The rewards can be substantial, in high-wage jobs and economic development. I am also proposing a $6 million capital projects package dedicated to incorporating energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies at state facilities and public schools throughout New Mexico. This will save taxpayers and school districts money by reducing energy costs.
Source: 2004 State of the State speech to the New Mexico Legislature Jan 20, 2004

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