WASHINGTON - "The debate over a national energy policy is
at last moving in the right direction. After months of
negative haggling over old, tired ways to meet our energy
needs, voters will finally hear a positive debate about what’s
next for America’s energy future, instead of what’s past. The
Energy Policy Act of 2002 reflects newer, smarter
opportunities for renewable energy and fuel efficiency to
boost our economy, strengthen our security, and keep our
environment clean.
"Americans expect our leaders to make the best choices for
our country and they aren’t always the easiest ones. Tough
decisions lie ahead for Senators who should commit to better
fuel economy standards and a greater emphasis on newer,
cleaner energy sources, while we protect our special places,
like the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Americans know that
increases in fuel efficiency and a shift to renewable energy
sources are the best ways to reduce our dependence on foreign
oil and keep energy costs down for consumers.
"The debate over America’s energy future is clearly far
from over. The Energy Policy Act of 2002 is not the
final answer to our energy problems. But at least it asks all
of the right questions."
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