[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 53 (Friday, April 4, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E521]
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                            COMMENDING H-E-B

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 4, 2008

  Mr. CUELLAR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commend H-E-B, one of the 
largest grocery store markets in Texas and in my congressional 
district, for embarking upon a remarkable energy initiative to power 
their stores using wind power by signing onto Windtricity, a renewable 
energy option provided by CPS Energy. Windtricity allows H-E-B to 
utilize electricity generated by wind turbines in West Texas. This new 
endeavor by one of Texas' leading corporate citizens demonstrates the 
commitment of H-E-B to building sustainable communities and leading 
others in environmental initiatives in communities across Texas.
  Wind energy is the world's fastest growing energy source and is also 
one of the oldest forms of renewable energy. Wind turbines are an 
increasingly popular method of generating electricity with very little 
environmental impact. Many wind farms are built in geographical areas 
conducive to prevailing winds such as in the Panhandle and western 
parts of Texas.
  I applaud H-E-B for joining in this remarkable partnership with 
Windtricity that shows a great commitment to safeguarding the 
environment for future generations of Texans in our communities. I 
thank you for this time.

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