Category Archives: Energy

Green Construction Bill Needs a Governor’s Repair

In today’s age we hear a lot about energy efficiency and sustainability. As consumers, we are encouraged to be environmentally conscious and as an enticement we even get tax credits for purchasing energy efficient (Energy Star) devices.  Environmental responsibility is … Continue reading

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Stop the Green Smear Campaign and Save Virginia Jobs

Advocates of economic growth have often locked horns with environmental organizations. Typically the green groups claim to be concerned about water sources, suburban sprawl, or some other local matter. But growth advocates in Virginia have recently confronted something entirely new: … Continue reading

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Should the Uranium Mining Moratorium Be Lifted?

The debate over uranium mining in Virginia is reaching a crescendo as the Virginia General Assembly meets for its 2012 Session and those in favor and those opposed are ready to battle over this important public policy and economic development … Continue reading

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Real Energy for a Real Economic Recovery

Tapping our abundant energy deposits would help create jobs and restore prosperity By: Paul Driessen As we enter 2012, our job producers face looming taxes and regulations and few companies are expanding, hiring or buying equipment. More than 14 million … Continue reading

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Nuclear Power is Critical to Virginia’s Energy Solutions

New, Safe & Small Reactors are Under Design By Robert L. Hartwell  Most of us have heard the recent news that Virginia is one of the best places to do business in the United States.   But unless policymakers make a … Continue reading

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