ACE NY Commends Governor Cuomo's State of the State Address
ALBANY, NY (01/04/2012)(readMedia)-- The Alliance for Clean Energy New York (ACE NY), a statewide coalition of clean energy and environmental advocates, praised Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for his continued support of clean energy and energy efficiency in today's State of the State address.
"ACE NY applauds Governor Cuomo's call for increased energy efficiency and the expansion of our renewable resources," said Carol E. Murphy, Executive Director of ACE NY. "The Governor's goal of upgrading and improving our transmission infrastructure is a necessary investment and will allow New York to further develop its renewable resources. When combined with reductions in energy consumption and accelerating the development of clean energy resources such as solar power, New York will be well positioned to maintain a sustainable energy future."
"Reshaping New York's current energy portfolio will require a significant increase in renewable resources like wind and solar, as well as continued progress in reducing overall energy consumption," said Ms. Murphy. "We strongly believe that policymakers, regulators, utilities, and private industry must join together to increase investment in these technologies. By strengthening and expanding the programs administered by NYSERDA, NYPA, LIPA and the utilities, and ensuring that all state agencies are operating in support of the state's renewable energy goals, New York can and will become a leader in the green energy economy."
"Clean energy and energy efficiency both present significant environmental and economic opportunities that will benefit all New Yorkers. We commend the Governor for his ongoing commitment to the state's clean energy goals and look forward to working with him and members of the Legislature to see those goals met and expanded in the near future."
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About the Alliance for Clean Energy New York
The Alliance for Clean Energy New York (ACE NY) is a broad coalition dedicated to promoting clean energy, energy efficiency, a healthy environment, and a strong economy for the Empire State, and is New York's premier advocate for the rapid adoption of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. www.aceny.org
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