[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 9]
[House]
[Page 12278]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                CONSERVATION IS CRITICAL PIECE OF PUZZLE

  (Mr. REHBERG asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. REHBERG. Mr. Speaker, while we all know we cannot conserve our 
way out of the energy crunch, conservation is a critical piece of the 
puzzle if we are going to solve this problem. In times like these, each 
and every American must do their part. This means turning out the 
lights when leaving a room, walking more often instead of driving, and 
investing in new technologies and alternative renewable energy sources.
  While some in this Chamber merely talk about conservation, President 
Bush is actually doing something about it.
  Today, President Bush announced $77 million in Federal conservation 
grants which will help accelerate the development of fuel cells in new 
technology for tomorrow's cars and buildings. These grants will play a 
critical role in lowering emissions and improving energy efficiency.
  Mr. Speaker, instead of throwing rocks and using America's energy 
problems for political gain, President Bush is providing leadership and 
solutions.

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