Governors Embrace Green Energy for a Secure Future
Key Ideas
  • The National Governors Association (NGA) and Western Governors' Association (WGA) are promoting alternative energy development and fuel efficiency to secure a clean energy future.
  • NGA's initiative, Securing a Clean Energy Future (SCEF), focuses on reducing reliance on outdated energy systems and addressing environmental concerns.
  • A public-private partnership between NGA and Wal-Mart aims to conduct clean energy audits at state capitol facilities and identify energy efficiency improvements for a return on investment within five years.
  • The Western Governors' Association is taking action to accelerate the use of alternative fuels, enhance vehicle fuel efficiency, and reduce dependence on foreign petroleum based on recommendations in the 'Transportation Fuels for the Future' report.
The National Governors Association (NGA) and Western Governors' Association (WGA) have highlighted the importance of alternative energy development and fuel efficiency in their recent meetings. NGA's chairman, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, introduced the Securing a Clean Energy Future (SCEF) initiative, emphasizing the need to transition from outdated energy systems to ensure energy security and address environmental issues. A public-private partnership with Wal-Mart will facilitate clean energy audits at state capitol facilities to improve energy efficiency. The Western Governors' Association also announced plans to boost the use of alternative fuels, increase vehicle fuel efficiency, and reduce reliance on foreign petroleum, as outlined in the 'Transportation Fuels for the Future' report. The efforts of these associations reflect a positive sentiment towards green energy solutions and signal a shift towards a more sustainable and secure energy future.
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