Survey of 2018 House campaign websites: on Energy & Oil
Kim Schrier:
Promote transition to 100% clean energy within our lifetime
I will champion responsible and effective action to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate change impacts. I will refocus subsidies away from oil and gas companies and toward clean energy to promote the transition to a
100% clean energy economy within our lifetime.I will advocate for innovative approaches of local organizations like the Alliance for Jobs and Clean Energy and Carbon Washington to make the transition to 100% clean energy.
I will focus resources on people most dramatically affected by climate change, including lower-income communities, farming communities, and communities of color.
As a pediatrician who understands the negative impacts of polluted water and air on the health of our children, I will fight any effort to reduce or eliminate clean air and clean water protections.
Source: 2018 WA-8 House campaign website DrKimSchrier.com
May 15, 2020
Kim Schrier:
Climate change is real; needs immediate action
Climate change is real and we need to take immediate action. We have the unique opportunity to champion policies that will create new, sustainable, clean energy jobs and grow our economy. As a person of science,
I will apply evidence-based principles and methods to my evaluation of environmental policy and regulation and insist that our government agencies do the same.
Source: 2018 WA-8 House campaign website DrKimSchrier.com
May 15, 2020
Ben McAdams:
Supports an all-of-the-above energy portfolio
Utahns' health and Utah's economy are stronger with clean air, clean water and solutions to address climate change. Ben supports an all-of-the-above energy portfolio,
which ensures affordable, reliable energy for Utah homes and businesses. This approach emphasizes increasing the supply of renewable energy, along with research and development of new technologies.
Source: 2018 UT-4 House campaign website BenMcAdams.com
May 14, 2020
Tim Burchett:
Lift the restrictions on offshore drilling
Energy is an economic issue, a jobs issue, and a national security issue. We are blessed with an abundance of natural resources that can provide our own people with cheap energy, create jobs, and protect our country. Instead of sending billions of
dollars overseas to our enemies, let's invest in domestic resources like Oak Ridge National Laboratory right here in our backyard. Let's lift the restrictions on offshore drilling so Americans can enjoy the jobs and the energy we have here at home.
Source: 2018 TN-2 House campaign website BurchettForCongress.com
May 14, 2020
Sharice Davids:
Invest to combat the effects of climate change
I agree with the overwhelming majority of scientists who recognize that climate change is real, and that we must take action now to protect our planet for future generations.
That's why I voted for the Climate Action Now Act. It's essential that our country honors its commitment to work with the rest of the world to cut carbon pollution and address this global crisis together.
I'm a strong proponent of policies that encourage and increase the speed at which we shift to a system based on renewable energy. I'm working to create greater investment in Kansas' wind-production infrastructure.
We know that investing in durable, resilient infrastructure is an effective way to combat the effects of climate change, and I'm exploring that topic as a new member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Source: 2018 KS-3 House campaign website davids.house.gov
May 7, 2020
Sean Casten:
Support nationwide CO2 regulation
Support nationwide CO2 regulation, governed by three goals: (1) incentivize the most rapid possible reduction in greenhouse gas emissions; (2) given scarce resources, favor the most cost-effective greenhouse gas reductions available; and (3) encourage
the construction of the capital-intensive assets needed to overhaul and modernize our energy system. These three goals are paramount and are vastly more important than models that penalize CO2 emitters.
Source: 2018 IL-6 House campaign website CastenForCongress.com
May 5, 2020
Jason Crow:
Improved energy efficiency at military installations
I have launched a "Sustainable Power Initiative" to bring together military, economic, defense, energy, and environmental leaders to discuss how to improve energy efficiency and environmental resiliency at the Department of Defense. My Military
Installation Resilience Assuredness (MIRA) Act, which improves the security and resilience of military installations that are vulnerable to the damaging effects of extreme weather and climate change, was signed into law.
Source: 2018 CO-6 House campaign website JasonCrowForCongress.com
May 4, 2020
Elaine Luria:
Leading fight against offshore drilling
I am helping lead the critical fight against drilling off the coast of Virginia.
Offshore drilling threatens our national security and safety of our sailors and our tourism economy by spoiling our beautiful beaches and shorelines. I was proud to cosponsor bipartisan legislation to protect our precious coastline.
Source: 2018 VA-2 House campaign website ElaineForCongress.com
May 3, 2020
Elaine Luria:
Nuclear energy can play key role in green energy future
Reducing America's reliance on foreign oil, while simultaneously combatting climate change is essential to our national security and protecting our coastal region. I have laid out a bold vision for cutting greenhouse gas emissions while investing
in the jobs and infrastructure of the future.Nuclear power, when deployed safely and responsibly, can play a key role in our green energy future. I introduced legislation to encourage innovation in nuclear technologies.
Source: 2018 VA-2 House campaign website ElaineForCongress.com
May 3, 2020
Lizzie Pannill Fletcher:
Texas should lead in developing clean energy
We should embrace Houston's role as the energy leader, while continuing to diversify our economy. This starts by leading the way in developing clean-energy technology. Many of the most talented and experienced energy professionals in the world work here.
We need to take the best advantage of that fact. We cannot allow the next generation of energy jobs to be created elsewhere.
Source: 2018 TX-7 House campaign website LizzieFletcher.com
Apr 30, 2020
Max Rose:
Climate change is a national security crisis
Climate change is one of the greatest national security crises that we face. Max is committed to combating climate change and is advocating for the United States to rejoin the Paris Climate Agreement. Max believes that a carbon-free economy must be our
North Star. A big part of combating climate change also includes making our infrastructure greener in the process with smart grids and alternative energy systems.
Source: 2018 NY-11 House campaign website MaxRose.house.gov
Apr 29, 2020
Mikie Sherrill:
Climate change is real, shouldn't be a partisan issue
Climate change is real and shouldn't be a partisan issue. Alternative energy sources like wind and solar can transform New Jersey's energy sector. I want to find partners to grow our clean energy economy and promote investment in innovation.
I join the entire New Jersey congressional delegation in its opposition to the unnecessary risk posed by offshore drilling. I will continue to uphold our community's commitment to our planet and grow our clean energy economy.
Source: 2018 NJ-11 House campaign website MikieSherrill.com
Apr 29, 2020
Dean Phillips:
Expand incentives for clean-energy production
Climate change is a global problem that requires global solutions, and Dean believes the U.S. should be a leader in global negotiations on climate change--as it was until President Trump was elected. Dean will actively work to provide a check on this
Administration's reckless and shortsighted attacks on the environment, and restore America's role as an international leader in curbing climate change.
Dean will work to incentivize renewable energy from wind and solar, and for infrastructure investments to develop a clean and reliable electrical grid.
He supports extending the 30% federal tax credit for solar and other renewable energy, rather than letting the credits decrease after 2019 and disappear altogether after 2021, as they will under current law.
Source: 2018 MN-3 House campaign website PhillipsForCongress.org
Apr 28, 2020
Angie Craig:
Maintain a strong Renewable Fuel Standard
Minnesota has taken a leading role in producing homegrown energy, providing clean, renewable energy and reducing our reliance on foreign oil. I will always fight to hold the current Administration accountable for lining the pockets of Big Oil while
breaking its commitments on biofuel to small family farmers. I continue to work to maintain a strong Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and lead the effort to make Minnesota a leader in homegrown energy.
Source: 2018 MN-2 House campaign website AngieCraig.com
Apr 27, 2020
Angie Craig:
We can become a world leader in green innovation
Climate change is happening. I believe in the science, and we need to address it now. Instead of pulling out of the Paris Climate Agreement or repealing the Clean Power Plan, we should continue to lead the world by spearheading the development of the
global green economy. We can lower our carbon emissions, build an energy infrastructure that relies less on fossil fuels and attract and advance the industries of the future--and become a world leader in green innovation at the same time.
Source: 2018 MN-2 House campaign website AngieCraig.com
Apr 27, 2020
Haley Stevens:
US can lead the way in promoting a clean energy future
Climate change and environmental degradation are issues that affect our entire planet. The United States can lead the way in promoting a clean energy future.
We will lead the charge in growing and revitalizing our economy while pushing for technologies that will continue to improve the quality of our environment and reduce the catastrophic effects of climate change.
Source: 2018 MI11 House campaign website HaleyStevensForCongress.com
Apr 26, 2020
Tom Malinowski:
Honor Paris Climate Agreement; oppose fracked gas pipelines
I believe that climate change is real, and in the overwhelming scientific consensus that it is exacerbated by human activity. I support the Paris Climate Change Agreement.I oppose the PennEast and Pilgrim pipelines--two projects that would pose
threats to farmland and landowners. I oppose offshore drilling. I also support funding for the Environmental Protection Agency, and defend its scientists from political appointees who seek to censor their research or punish them for doing their jobs.
Source: 2018 NJ-7 House campaign website MalinowskiForNJ.com
May 17, 2019
Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon:
Wind turbines offshore near Puerto Rico
H.R. 1014 legislation sponsored by Congresswoman Jenniffer Gonzalez Col¢n, seeks the Department of the Interior to study establishing wind turbines in the waters bordering Puerto Rico "I firmly believe that we must follow all
the necessary ways to reduce the high prices of energy in the territories and modernize our electrical infrastructure. H.R. 1014, is a common sense project which would allow residents of territories cleaner access to electricity and help protect vulnerab
Source: 2018 PR-0 House campaign website gonzalez-colon.house.gov
May 1, 2019
David Trone:
Renewable solar energy is proven source; continue investment
We can help transition the United States to a greener economy by providing grants to make green technology affordable and accessible. Solar energy usage has doubled every two years for the past three decades as the technology
becomes cheaper. If solar continues to grow at this rate, it could provide all of the world's energy within the next two decades. But in order for it to keep growing at this rate, we need new technologies to keep making it cheaper.
Source: 2018 MD-6 House campaign website DavidTronecom
Oct 29, 2018
Lori Trahan:
Supports alternative energy source with no barriers to entry
Push to expand access to cost-saving renewable energy for low-income households. Lori understands that our environment and our economy will benefit from a fresh commitment to an alternative energy source and
that we must make sure there is no barrier to entry for families seeking to run their homes in a green, affordable way.
Source: 2018 Massachusetts 3rd House campaign website LoriTrahan.com
Oct 9, 2018
Amy McGrath:
Invest in renewable energy
Climate change isn't a theory. It's a fact. And it's not just scientists around the world who know it. The United States military recognizes it--and realizes that it poses a serious challenge to our national security.All of this is why the Trump
Administration's decision to slash research on sustainable, clean sources of energy is so wrong-headed and concerns me--and should concern every patriotic American. Both from a security and an economic standpoint, we need to invest in renewable energy.
Source: 2018 KY-6 House campaign website AmyMcgrathForCongress.com
Jul 4, 2018
Amy McGrath:
Climate change is a fact we can no longer deny
We can't afford to look other way, and we can't afford to keep denying this challenge exists. This is the world's future and we have to adapt!
We must lead the world in planning for the effects of climate change and working hard to mitigate them. This should not be a political issue. This is an American issue and a global issue. We need leaders that get it.
Source: 2018 KY-6 House campaign website AmyMcgrathForCongress.com
Jul 4, 2018
Ayanna Pressley:
We need to encourage renewable energy
In Congress, I will push to rejoin the Paris Climate Accords, invest in renewable energy production, and develop resilient infrastructure. In addition to protecting our environment, these
investments can be a boon for workers--creating thousands of new jobs in technology, manufacturing, and construction.
Source: 2018 MA 7th House campaign website AyannaPressley.com
Jul 4, 2018
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