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Sen. Klobuchar Opens State Fair Office

Asks Minnesotans to take the Energy Challenge, become "Carbon Busters"

August 24, 2007

(St. Paul, MN) - U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar opened her Minnesota State Fair office yesterday, asking Minnesotans to take the Minnesota Energy Challenge and become a “Carbon Buster.”  The booth, located at the corner of Judson Avenue and Underwood Street, will offer everyday solutions to rising energy costs.

“Everywhere I go in our state, people tell me they are ready to take the Energy Challenge,” said Klobuchar.  “They’re ready to save money by making small changes in their homes; they’re ready to find homegrown solutions to rising gas prices.  These simple changes can save consumers more than the cost of Fair admission.”

Klobuchar’s State Fair booth challenges Minnesotans to find ways to reduce energy consumption in order to save money, reduce global warming, and reduce our dependency on foreign oil.  Minnesotans will sign on to the Energy Challenge and become a Carbon Buster.  Carbon Busters commit to taking small steps in their daily lives, such as changing light bulbs to compact fluorescents or purchasing a programmable thermostat. The booth will offer pledge cards, as well as ideas and examples of savings.

“I invite all Fair-goers to stop by, say hello, and take the Challenge,” said Klobuchar.  “The Great Minnesota Get Together is the perfect time to enjoy Minnesota’s weather, food, and all the resources we have to offer – including protecting our natural resources.”

In the Senate, Klobuchar has been a leader on environmental issues, introducing an innovative Carbon Counter proposal requiring all major producers of greenhouse gases to report their emissions to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).  Earlier this week, Klobuchar awarded her first Carbon Buster Awards of Excellence, showcasing local efforts to combat global warming and climate change.  The first recipients were the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) and Quality Bicycle Products.

More information on Carbon Busters or the awards is available at www.klobuchar.senate.gov, or at Senator Klobuchar’s Fair booth.

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