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The Case for Renewables and Energy Efficiency

Public Citizen promotes increased reliance on wind, solar, and advanced hydroelectric, and argues that it is technically and economically feasible for a diverse mix of existing renewable technologies to completely meet U.S. energy needs over the coming decades. These technologies can reliably generate as much energy as conventional fuels without significant carbon emissions, destructive mining, or the production of radioactive waste. Public Citizen also calls for increased investment in energy efficiency, particularly in geothermal heat pumps for buildings. Only through aggressive application of existing technologies - and investments in new ones - can the United States make the transition to clean and sustainable forms of energy production that will protect public health, the environment, and move us towards energy independence.

»	Renewable Energy is Capable of Meeting Our Energy Needs

»	Texas Legislature Boosts State’s Renewable Energy Goal

»	US PIRG: How Clean Renewable Energy Is Boosting Local Economies And Saving Consumers Money

»	Department of Energy (DOE) Report: Basic Research Needs For Solar Energy Utilization

»	Rocky Mountain Institute: Nukes Expensive Compared to Renewables

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