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Aug. 18, 2007: Peterson Says U.S. can Reach Energy Independence in 10 to 15 Years

With some new measures, U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson says it is possible for the nation to reach energy independence in the foreseeable future.

Bemidji Pioneer
Peterson Says U.S. can Reach Energy Independence in 10 to 15 Years
By Brad Swenson
Aug. 18, 2007
http://www.bemidjipioneer.com/articles/index.cfm?id=10485  ...read more »

June 6, 2007: Energy "Roadmap" Aims to Cut CO2 Emissions

A coalition of elected officials, industry and environmental groups has announced a major long- term plan to promote energy independence in the Upper Midwest. The group says the goal is to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the region over the next 50 years.

Minnesota Public Radio
Energy "Roadmap" Aims to Cut CO2 Emissions
By Jessica Mador
June 6, 2007  ...read more »

June 1, 2007: Huffaker: New Construction Offers Green Opportunities

Buddy Huffaker gives his opinion: the question that's up for debate is not whether or not global warming is happening, but whether we will begin to do something about it now or mutely accept the changes accelerating around us. Huffaker is the executive director of the Aldo Leopold Foundation, a nonprofit conservation organization.  ...read more »

Gregory G. Johnson

Title:
Admiral
Company:
Retired, United States Navy and Former Commander of U.S. Naval Forces, Europe
Date:
08/03/2006
Article name:
Business Leaders, Retired Military Officers Launch Effort to Reduce Oil Dependence
Media outlet:
News Release

America's current dependence on oil makes us unacceptably vulnerable to even seemingly minor supply disruptions. This vulnerability greatly limits our national security and economic flexibility. America's severe oil dependence has created grave risks that must be addressed on a sustained basis in the halls of Congress and the Board Rooms across Corporate America."

Maurice R. Greenberg

Title:
Chairman and CEO
Company:
C.V. Starr & Co., Inc.
Date:
08/03/2006
Article name:
Business Leaders, Retired Military Officers Launch Effort to Reduce Oil Dependence
Media outlet:
News Release

Without a doubt, oil dependence is one of the most serious risks imposed on America's businesses and national security today. We need to develop strategies that effectively manage this risk, while also considering bolder long-term solutions. It's not something we'll resolve overnight, but I look forward to bringing my perspective to the table as we tackle this critical challenge."

April 11, 2006: Project Energy: Better Fuel Efficiency?

Steve Meyers, an inventor from Golden Valley, Minn., is developing a car engine to help generate energy independence.

WCCO
Project Energy: Better Fuel Efficiency?
Reporting with David Schechter
April 11, 2006
http://wcco.com/energy/local_story_101192829.html

(WCCO) Drive wherever, whenever and whatever we want. That's the American way.  ...read more »

March 9, 2007: Minnesotans Push for National Energy Overhaul

Minnesota lawmakers are getting behind legislation to move the nation toward energy independence, boost the economy and help the environment.

MINNESOTA NEWS CONNECTION.  ...read more »

Dec. 21, 2006: Good Question: Can We Be Energy Independent?

President Bush has said that "America is addicted to oil". However, our politicians, from Bush to John Kerry, are obsessed with the idea of "energy independence."

WCCO
Good Question: Can We Be Energy Independent?
Reporting with Ben Tracy
Dec. 21, 2006
http://wcco.com/energy/local_story_200004510.html  ...read more »

Dec. 12, 2006: Energy Security, Rural Economies on the Table Today in Minnesota

A seven-state coalition called the Midwest Ag Energy Network holds its premier meeting today in Minnesota. Its goal is to promote renewable energy.

Minnesota News Connection
Dec. 12, 2006

Energy Security, Rural Economies on the Table Today in Minnesota  ...read more »

Nov. 29, 2006: Iowa Ag Expert: Make Ethanol Earth-friendly

For rural Iowa, the surging bio-economy has been a blessing, and experts say the challenge is to ensure Iowa's leadership in renewable fuels while protecting the environment.

Iowa News Service
Nov. 29, 2006  ...read more »