Andy Beshear on Energy & Oil

	Andy Beshear on Energy & Oil

Kentucky is the EV battery production capital of the US

Because of our work--because of all of our work--the eyes of the world are on Kentucky and what we are doing. Ford and its partner, SK On, are building the two largest electric vehicle battery plants on planet Earth in Glendale, Kentucky--that is the largest single economic development project in our state's history. It has cemented our status as the EV battery production capital of the United States and it ensures our future as an automotive leader with the chance to be the automotive leader. Source: 2024 State of the State Address to the Kentucky legislature , Jan 3, 2024

Kentucky is the electric vehicle battery production capital

Now, a big part of our economic story--and a big part of our future economy--is tied to our electric vehicle revolution. Through bold leadership, we are supercharging the automotive industry for the future. Because of these great projects, Kentucky has cemented its status as the electric vehicle battery production capital of the United States of America! We are already seeing other large investments to build out our EV supply chain, and to do it in Kentucky. Source: 2023 State of the State Address to the Kentucky legislature , Jan 4, 2023

Climate change is real; develop renewables

Climate Change: Consider human-caused climate change a serious threat?

Beshear : Yes. "Climate change is real, but you don't have to take my word for it, ask any farmer here in Kentucky or ask the U.S. Military which is preparing for it each & every day." Unclear on specific greenhouse gas regulations.

Bevin: No. "The idea that somehow we created this solely & need to fix it solely is an absolutely preposterous assumption of the authority & power of man as related to the planet."

Renewable Energy: Support development of renewable energy?

Beshear: Need to diversify & include "as many renewables as possible." Specific renewables plan not found.

Bevin: No. Opposes tax-payer subsidies of renewables; calls powering the world through them "unrealistic."

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Guide on 2019 Kentucky Governor race , Nov 1, 2019

Focus on "all-of-the-above" and low utility bills

Climate change is real, and Kentucky needs an all-the-above energy policy that includes renewables and clean-coal technology. At the same time, one of the biggest challenges our Kentucky families face, especially in the eastern part of the state, is that their energy bills go up year after year, while good jobs are hard to find and wages remain flat. Kentucky families shouldn't have to choose between putting food on the table and paying their utility bills. Unfortunately, that's a decision many families have to make. As attorney general over the last three years, my office has opposed dozens of utility bill hikes, and has helped save Kentucky families nearly $1.2 billion. Source: 2019 Kentucky Gubernatorial campaign website AndyBeshear.com , May 2, 2019

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