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December 17, 2008
Kyle Blankenship of Virginia Beach asks about a green energy plan
Kyle Blankenship of Virginia Beach asks: Virginia has always been a state of firsts. Can we be the first state with a true plan for green energy in the next 10 years?
Absolutely, Kyle. We not only can, we must – if we don’t plan now for a green energy future, we’ll never get there. What’s more, we’ll give up valuable opportunities to take the lead in green technology and grow Virginia’s economy. Virginia’s technology sector can make huge gains in the green economy over the next 10 years, and with agriculture and forestry as our #1 industry, we have tremendous potential to grow biofuels and create new markets for our farmers.
We need a plan that takes into account not only green energy sources, but conservation to reduce carbon emissions, improve our air quality, keep our waterways clean, and reduce global warming. President-elect Obama is planning to focus on this issue, and Virginia needs to partner with the federal government, the private sector, and our colleges and universities to create the change we need.
We all realize that we need to fight global warming and compete in the emerging green sector – but realizing it isn’t enough. We need a Governor who will plan boldly and make things happen. If I decide to run and am elected, I’m not going to be shy about this, because I’m not going to let Virginia fall behind and I hate watching opportunities slide by.
Posted by: Terry @ 08:17:35 PM
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Going green, and solving energy challenges is the way to go. Generate jobs to raise revenues and solve real problems. Find some major national investors to bring money to Virginia, and use our technology workforce to develop new and sustainable solutions.
Posted by Alan Krishnan on Jan 4, 10:44 PM · Link
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