The Vermont
House has passed legislation to boost Vermont’s renewable energy industry – over the objections of
Gov. Jim Douglas and some business leaders.
Bob Kinzel talks with Congressman Peter Welch about the nation’s economic situation and how the new Federal stimulus law might benefit Vermont’s renewable energy industry.
Several groups are rallying at the Statehouse at this hour
to protest state budget cuts; a Vermont State Police crackdown on aggressive
driving on Interstate 89 already has resulted in a slew of tickets; more…
Quebec Premier Jean Charest and Governor Jim Douglas emphasized what they called a shared commitment to renewable energy and cooperation on border security.
Green Mountain Power says it wants to
dramatically change where it gets its power and rely more heavily on such renewable sources as
wind, solar and biomass, such as wood.
Senator
Bernie Sanders is pushing for the extension of tax credits for renewable energy
projects.
A
bill that he’s supporting would extend for eight years credits for businesses
that invest in wind power, biomass, hydropower and geothermal electricity.
The U-S House on Wednesday approved a measure that
repeals tax breaks for oil producers and encourages renewable fuels. Todd
Zwillich has this report from Washington.
Lawmakers want to cut the state’s use of fossil fuels and expand renewable
energy
But
they also hope an energy policy that focuses on Vermont-based sources will
create jobs and grow businesses.