Energy
Governor Bob McDonnell’s Legislative Initiatives Move Forward
80 percent of proposals successful at session mid-point.
Perriello Unveils Clean Energy Blueprint
Surrounded by small business owners and energy entrepreneurs at the Gereau Center on Friday, Congressman Tom Perriello unveiled “New Energy for the Fifth District: A Blueprint for Putting Southside and Central Virginia at the Forefront of the Clean Energy Economy.” The strategy document outlines why the 5th District of Virginia is positioned to become a leading region in the nation for the clean energy economy.
Wagner’s Response to Bolling on Energy Bill
According to Jody Wagner for Lt. Governor’s office, Jody is looking forward to a conversation on Virginia’s future energy solutions, and to highlighting her record of job creation in the Warner and Kaine administrations. Jody is proud to have played a key role in creating nearly 200,000 new jobs in Virginia since 2002, all while Bill Bolling tried to stand in the way, according to Wagner’s office.
Gov. Kaine Orders Important Changes in Green Commonwealth Challenge
Governor Timothy M. Kaine today issued Executive Order 82, which will significantly expand efforts to reduce the energy and environmental impact of executive branch agencies and institutions. As part of the Governor’s Renew Virginia initiative, this policy promotes energy and water efficient buildings, encourages reductions in employee travel and commuting, and will minimize the use of disposable materials.
Gov. Kaine, Germany, Forge New Agreement to Address Climate Change Issues
Governor Timothy M. Kaine and Germany’s Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, Sigmar Gabriel, signed a bilateral Joint Declaration at the German Embassy today that commits each government to the common goals of combating the effects of climate change, achieving greater energy efficiency, collaborating on energy research and development initiatives, and developing a more climate-friendly economy. This is the second bilateral climate change agreement signed by Governor Kaine. In February, Governor Kaine signed a similar agreement with the United Kingdom.
“More Energy, More Jobs”: McDonnell and Bolling
PUBLISHER’S NOTE: The following is a press release from the McDonnel/Bolling campaigns for Governor/Lt. Governor. The use of the words, “we” and “our” in the following statements, this does not imply that Appomattox News agrees or disagrees with the following statements.
MDonnell Continues to Push for Offshore Drilling
Bob McDonnell, Republican gubernatorial candidate and former Attorney General of Virginia, commented today on a new non-partisan, independent report on Virginia’s offshore energy resources prepared by the Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public Policy.
Perriello Reports to the 5th District of Virginia
Last week, I embarked on a whirlwind “New Energy for the 5th” Tour, surveying the incredible opportunities to transform Southern and Central Virginia into the region leading America into the new energy economy. In every corner of the district, we have entrepreneurs, workers, farmers, and planners with energy projects that can produce good jobs and strong economic development, while helping to wean our nation from foreign oil.
Environmental Science Major Hosts Meeting in Appomattox
Sweet Briar College senior Heather Riggleman will host a town hall meeting, “Focusing on our Energy Future,” from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 at the Carver-Price Cultural Center, located at 106 Patricia Lane in Appomattox, Va.
McDonnell Sends Offshore Energy Letter to Sec. Salazar
Bob McDonnell, Republican gubernatorial candidate and former Attorney General of Virginia, today sent a letter to Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar asking that he reject Governor Tim Kaine’s recent request to further delay the sale of a lease for exploration and development of energy resources off the Virginia coast.
Gov. Kaine Announces Energy-Saving Donation in VA State Parks
Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced a donation by Virginia’s electric cooperatives that can cut energy usage and save the Commonwealth money for years to come. The co-ops are donating 4,200 compact fluorescent lights (CFLs), allowing the state to replace all incandescent lights in Virginia’s 35 state parks.
