March 10, 2011
Growth Energy: Bill Will Help Our Nation Achieve Energy Security
Author: Growth Energy
WASHINGTON, DC – A bill introduced by Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tim Johnson (D-SD) today includes provisions that will help our nation wean itself off of oil and secure our energy independence, according to Growth Energy, the leading voice for U.S. ethanol supporters.
The Securing America’s Future with Energy and Sustainable Technologies (SAFEST) Act includes provisions to promote the production and use of clean, renewable fuels like ethanol through an investment in ethanol infrastructure – including blender pumps and Flex Fuel Vehicles, which are capable of operating on any combination of conventional and renewable fuels.
“With the price of oil skyrocketing to $100 a barrel, we need a national energy policy that reduces our dependence on foreign oil, creates jobs here in the United States, improves our environment and strengthens our national security,” said CEO Tom Buis. “Legislation that promotes access to higher levels of ethanol will help our nation achieve these goals.
“We commend Sens. Klobuchar and Johnson for their efforts to ensure a cleaner, more secure energy future for America.”
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About Growth Energy
Growth Energy is a group committed to the promise of agriculture and growing America’s economy through cleaner, greener energy. Growth Energy members recognize America needs a new ethanol approach. Through smart policy reform and a proactive grassroots campaign, Growth energy promotes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, expanding the use of ethanol in gasoline, decreasing our dependence on foreign oil, and creating American jobs at home. More information can be found at GrowthEnergy.org.
