Jason Conger on Energy & Oil

Put Oregon at forefront of Green revolution

A "Green" revolution in cost competitive renewable energy is coming no matter what we decide here in Oregon. But the question we must ask is "Will Oregon lead the way or follow along behind?"

We can and should be at the forefront of developing renewable energy technology. This will be a major priority for me and is an area where I will work across party lines to find opportunities and sensible solutions

Voted NO on electronic energy efficiency standards

The following minimum energy efficiency standards for new products are established:
• Automatic commercial ice cube machines must have daily energy use & water use no greater than state-determined applicable values.
• Commercial clothes washers must have a minimum modified energy factor of 1.26 & a maximum water consumption factor of 9.5.
• Commercial pre-rinse spray valves must have a flow rate equal to or less than 1.6 gallons per minute.
• Commercial refrigerators or freezers must meet the applicable state requirements.
• Illuminated exit signs must have an input power demand of five watts or less per illuminated face.
• Metal halide lamp fixtures designed to be operated with lamps rated greater than or equal to 150 watts but less than or equal to 500 watts may not contain a probe-start metal halide lamp ballast.
• Torchieres may not use more than 190 watts.