Growth Energy Applauds Confirmation of McCarthy

CEO Tom Buis praises McCarthy’s leadership and vision for renewable fuels.

WASHINGTON, DC — Following the Senate confirmation of Gina McCarthy to be the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, Tom Buis CEO of Growth Energy released the following statement:

“I would like to congratulate Gina McCarthy on her confirmation as the EPA Administrator. President Obama has chosen an excellent and well-qualified individual to lead the EPA and I look forward to working with Administrator McCarthy to continue to advance the growth and development of sustainable biofuels.

“Ms. McCarthy is extremely qualified and is known for her willingness to always examine issues with a fair and open-minded approach — I know that she will continue to serve as a leader and advocate for advancing the Renewable Fuel Standard and other important domestic energy policies.”