Statement
of Environment America Washington DC
Office Director Anna Aurilio
“We applaud Speaker
Pelosi and the House of Representatives for their leadership in passing crucial
renewable energy and energy efficiency tax incentives. This bill is an important and effective step
in strengthening America’s
clean energy economy.
As one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S.,
the clean energy industry is a shining light in an otherwise lackluster
economy. Unfortunately the renewable energy production tax credit and the solar
investment tax credit -- are set to expire at the end of this year. Unless
Congress and the President act soon, the bright light of the clean energy
industry will likely be extinguished for the short term, potentially costing
the U.S. economy as many as 116,000 jobs.
The clean energy incentives included in the House’s clean
energy tax package would not only stimulate the economy in the short-term by
continuing job creation and spurring investment, but also would help solve
global warming and promote and retain long-term development and growth in the
clean energy technology industry.
We urge the Senate and President Bush to support the House
of Representatives in boosting our clean energy economy.”
