Markey: Massachusetts Leading on Global Warming with Low-Carbon Fuel Standard
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Contact: Chairman Ed Markey, 202-225-4081
Markey: Massachusetts Leading on Global Warming with Low-Carbon Fuel Standard
Chairman Has Introduced Fuel Standard in Congress As Part of Comprehensive Climate Program
WASHINGTON (January 5, 2009) – Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Malden) today praised Massachusetts and the other leading states for their move towards enacting a low-carbon fuel standard, and pledged to continue fighting for a federal standard for all states. Rep. Markey’s climate bill, iCAP (Investing in Climate Action and Protection Act) includes a federal low-carbon standard, which would cut global warming emissions from the fuels we use for transportation and other activities.“While Massachusetts leads the way for states combating global warming, we in Washington will push for strong federal action, including cutting global warming emissions in our vehicles,” said Rep. Markey, who is Chairman of the Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming, and was the chief House author of the 35 mile per gallon fuel economy standard that passed last Congress. “Cleaner fuels require cleaner technologies, and energy innovation is what will heal our planet and strengthen our economy. This is a winning strategy for our economic climate and our planetary climate.”
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The House Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming was formed by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to increase the visibility and priority given to America's oil dependence and global warming challenges. It is chaired by Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-MA) and will actively explore the solutions, science and progress on these pressing issues during the 110th Congress.
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