Deedra Abboud:
Clean energy would impact economic inequality
Our present and future prosperity is currently being stolen by utilities and energy companies that keep us addicted--at great expense--to fossil fuels and by government officials who do not want to challenge this broken system. Over the last 20 years we have spent approximately $360 billion--an amount nearly ten times our entire annual state budget--buying fossil fuels from outside the state. We have been told that there is no alternative--but that was not and it is not true. Moving to a clean energy economy would drive down the cost of living for every person, every family, every small business, and every town and city in Massachusetts. Imagine what would happen to family, business, and municipal budgets if energy prices dropped by half. Fixing our energy system would be a major tool in addressing economic inequality.
We are also putting our children, and their children, and all the children for the next thousand years in danger through our failure to confront climate change.
Nate Boulton:
50% renewable energy by 2025
Nate will invest in renewable resources. He has committed to creating 50% of Iowa's energy from renewable energy by 2025. As Senator, he has sponsored legislation to ensure Iowa remains a solar energy leader.
By building wind turbines and solar panels in Iowa and continuing research into new technologies, our state can continue to be a leader in renewable fuels and energy production while also creating skilled jobs expansion for our state.
Jared Fisher:
Clean energy means jobs
We need to facilitate a cooperative combination of private companies and public policies to generate the amount of energy needed to power our communities.
We are in the ideal position to promote cutting edge technologies and ground level development with the plentiful solar, wind and geothermal resources unique to Nevada.
If we can realize our solar, wind and geothermal potential, we can generate clean energy and high-tech jobs while bolstering our revenues through energy sales and exports.
Together we can make Nevada a world leader in the burgeoning clean energy market.
Jared Fisher:
Renewable energy makes economic sense
We purchase over 70% of our energy from out of state. We need to prioritize our in-state resources so we can increase consumer choice, strengthen our security by reducing our nation's dependence on foreign oil, strengthen our economy
by creating jobs and selling excess power, and boost our education and engineering programs with the new demand for technology that would bring more training and higher education opportunities to Nevada.
Setti Warren:
Support use of wind, solar, & other renewable energy
Solar Share Program: Setti has set aside 0.6 MW of the power produced by Newton's new solar power stations for a first-of-its-kind community solar share program, which will extend energy credits to qualified, low-income households on a zero-cost basis.
This program is part of a larger investment in green energy development that will make Newton a municipal leader in clean, affordable energy policy.By investing in upgrades to our electrical grid and supporting the use of wind, solar, and other renewable energy resources, we can cut the Commonwealth's carbon footprint, save money, and create good-paying 21st Century energy economy jobs.
David Hadley:
Ban off-shore oil drilling; require 50% wind and solar
A fiscal conservative, David Hadley is against the crony capitalists who receive subsidies, tax credits and carbon offsets at the expense of hard-working families.In the Assembly, David Hadley was one of only two legislators in his party who voted to require 50% of all electrical power to be generated from green sources like solar and wind.
David Hadley strongly favors keeping a ban on off-shore drilling and making sure oil companies adhere to strict safety standards-- that's why he voted to mandate that coastal oil pipelines must have automatic shut-off valves and modern leak detection equipment.
Ed Perlmutter:
Responsibly develop fossil fuels plus all-of-the-above
Ed supports a balanced, all-of-the-above energy plan which includes responsibly developing fossil fuels while investing in clean energy like wind, solar, biofuels, geothermal, and other renewable energy sources. The 7th Congressional District is home to
the National Renewable Energy Lab which is the world's premier lab on the forefront of energy efficiency and developing clean
and renewable energy technologies. Ed believes we must reduce the serious threat of climate change by promoting and incentivizing energy efficiency measures and decreasing our
dependence on fossil fuels. Promoting energy independence will unleash American technological innovation, research and development, create jobs and strengthen our national security.
Jim Renacci:
We cannot afford to halt or discourage domestic exploration
I strongly believe that the United States' dependence on foreign sources of energy is one of our greatest national security concerns, and that we cannot afford to halt or discourage domestic exploration. It is critical that we implement policies that
support our economic, environmental, and security interests.Unfortunately, this administration has launched a regulatory assault on America's power sector, which threatens to destroy countless jobs and drive up the price of energy.
I will continue to be a strong proponent of an "all of the above" policy that protects Ohio's energy supply and the jobs that rely on it. Not only will this approach create new American jobs, it will strengthen our national security, lower energy prices, and improve our energy independence. It is critical that we utilize all of our resources, including natural gas, clean coal, and American-sourced oil, as well as alternative energy sources such as wind, solar, hydropower.
Tina Liebling:
25% renewable energy by 2025
As energy production evolves so must Minnesota. In 2007, Minnesota passed a renewable energy standard of 25% by 2025. Many utilities are close to achieving the goal, but we must do even better. I support the proposal for 50% of our energy to come
from renewables by 2030. This is not only better for our environment and Minnesotans' wallets, it creates good paying jobs. Clean energy jobs grew 78% from 2000 to 2014, compared to total 11% for total employment. And climate change MUST be contained.
Bob Harlow:
No new pipelines; no new strip-mines
Veto all new pipeline and mining proposals: I love and respect our beautiful state and I know you do too. I also know that when we damage our natural wealth by building pipelines and strip mines, the state of
Wisconsin seldom sees an uptick in jobs or any other economic benefit to justify doing so. That's why I will veto all new pipeline and mining proposals.
Rich Leopold:
Supports strong wind industry in Iowa
Because our nation's economy is strong, Iowa's unemployment is down, but there are still too many unemployed or underemployed. How do you pass a "gas tax" for crumbling transportation infrastructure, & then lay-off state transportation workers the very
next year?!We need Iowa jobs. We need sustainable and good paying jobs that can't be outsourced, such as the strong wind industry in Iowa that I helped bring about.
And we need a plan. Iowa government seems to be running by the seat of their pants.
Danny Drew:
Enacted sustainable, green energy policies
After his 2011 election, Dan ended years of costly lawsuits and improved the school system. He focused on reforming Middletown's Police Department.
He enacted sustainable, green energy policies, focused on restoring Middletown's waterfront, and has invested millions in their public parks.
Mark Green:
Registration fee surcharge for electric vehicles
Many vehicles drive the roads of Tennessee without paying any tax. The 2,000 electric cars in Tennessee use zero fuel and pay zero gas tax. Adding a registration fee surcharge for electric vehicles that would essentially equate to the gas tax for the
average miles driven is one simple solution to bring these drivers into the cost-sharing of our roads.A tax increase in fuel will impact every Tennessean. Yet, businesses have the ability to pass the increased cost on to consumers with average Tennesseans stuck carrying the heaviest burden. We must level the tax-paying field by assigning fees to electric cars currently driving tax-free. Then, we'll see good roads without the negative impact on the rest of Tennessee's economy.
In the end, it may be innovative solutions that replace the gas tax completely for assessments by numbers of miles-driven. But, no solution should be taken that increases the costs to Tennesseans until all others are exhausted.
Andy McGuire:
Trump full of hot air on wind power
Donald Trump's attack on wind is an attack on Iowa's economy. Wind energy is absolutely critical to growing our economy and creating good paying jobs. It accounts for 37% of all energy generated in the state.I will bolster the progress we've made as a leader in wind energy, and I will fight to ensure that our state transitions to 100% clean renewable energy produced right here in Iowa. Trump sounds like a typical Washington politician--full of hot air and no clue what he's talking about.
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