Chairman's Corner
Brett Grayson
General Counsel, The Solidarity AssociationAmerica’s energy, economic and national security are becoming increasingly intertwined. American citizens and soldiers do not need to look further than the events in the Middle East to appreciate the importance of being in greater control of our energy resources – from battles in the past years to the recent rise in gas prices.
America’s need for energy is growing, and we need to create policies that encourage energy efficiency, conservation and development of all energy resources – including oil and natural gas.
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Energy Security
Our nation needs a public policy framework now that secures the future energy security for our nation. We need elected and appointed officials who understand the energy challenges we face. We need a greater commitment to increased energy efficiency. We need to diversify our energy resources, drawing upon the full range of energy sources, including alternatives. And, we need to enhance energy technologies, remaining on the cutting edge of advanced technology...
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Policymakers are talking a lot about energy and energy policy. What follows are some of the most frequently heard claims and proposals, along with realities that need to be considered when evaluating these claims. Click Here to read Energy Issues and rhetoric addressed on our site.
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Energy plays key role in Obama's State of the Union
For the third year in a row energy played a central role in President Obama's State of the Union address, with the president leaning hard this year on the twin themes of increased domestic oil and gas production and the need to invest more in renewable sources.
Sen. Isakson calls for job creation as GOP's New Year's resolution
U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson says the New Year goals of Republicans for 2012 are tax reform, regulatory reform and energy security -- the keys to help businesses create job this year.
More Energy Forum News »Energy Myth
Myth: Raising taxes on U.S. oil and natural gas companies will lead to America being less dependent on foreign oil and encourage use of alternative sources of energy.
Fact: Historically, higher taxes have resulted in less domestic energy – and restrained supplies often lead to higher energy costs for consumers. In today’s economy, that could stifle a recovery and make Americans more dependent on foreign oil and natural gas. New taxes will make it more expensive for oil and natural gas companies to initiate traditional and alternative energy exploration and development programs, putting our nation further behind in the race for more energy.