And we intend to do it not just through more supply, but also by balancing supply with conservation, with traditional energy sources against renewable and new sources, |
But we will need more funds, and heightened international cooperation, to finish the job. ... We hope there will be universal participation in this. By not only returning fuel from our own country (but also Russia's), we hope to set an example others will follow. |
hit more than a home run. |
I always wondered what hearing one's own obituary might sound like, and I sort of feel like I may have just heard part of it at least. |
I don't think anybody should think we're out of the woods yet, |
I have authorized these negotiations in response to the physical disruption of offshore oil production and imports in the Gulf Region caused by Hurricane Ivan's destruction, |
I have considered whether sound science supports the determination that the Yucca Mountain site is scientifically and technically suitable for the development of a repository, ... I am convinced that it does. |
I think it's important for the United States to be less at the mercy of foreign countries and their decision-making and politics, and more under our own control to address these problems, |
I've spent five years in the Senate, and we haven't had that kind of leadership in the White House, ... We've had poll-taking and not enough action. |
If we face an exceptionally cold winter, it could put a strain on our capabilities and we might face new price hikes, |
Instead of waiting until the shortages get so acute that prices go through the ceiling and people across America confront blackouts and other shortage-inspired problems, let's start on it now with the president's comprehensive plan and we can avoid those difficulties, |
It has become clear that an even more comprehensive and urgently focused effort is needed to respond to emerging and evolving threats. ... Moreover, we are prepared to spend the resources necessary to guarantee success, |
It will focus on conservation as well as production. |
It will leapfrog the myths that stifle change, ... rejecting the notion that there is no middle ground between environmental protection regardless of the cost and energy exploration regardless of the impact. |
Many significant Energy Department issues face us at this time, ranging from the adequacy of supply, to affordability, to the development of new technologies, to the issue of security at our facilities and more, ... I look forward to helping the president-elect effectively address these challenges in the days ahead. |