[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 82 (Tuesday, May 24, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E780]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF GTI'S 75TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. TAMMY DUCKWORTH

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 24, 2016

  Ms. DUCKWORTH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Gas 
Technology Institute (GTI) on its 75th anniversary. Located in the 
heart of Illinois' 8th District, GTI is a large part of our community 
and a pillar of our country's energy sector.
  Every day, GTI researchers develop protocols, processes, 
technologies, tools and training solutions which enhance our energy 
products worldwide. Starting with only a dozen staff and barely enough 
space to conduct a few experiments, GTI quickly grew. Utilizing their 
robust technical expertise, currently GTI holds over 1,300 patents; 
including more than 80 patents for fuel cells technology.
  I have had the opportunity to visit GTI and see firsthand their 
state-of-the-art facilities and learn about their developments in 
advanced biofuels. For 75 years, GTI has provided innovative solutions 
to critical energy challenges and improved the way we produce, 
transport and use energy.
  I applaud GTI's success and congratulate them on 75 remarkable years 
of innovation, leadership and expertise in our energy sector. Illinois 
is fortunate to be home to such a renowned institution.

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