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Sound policy can break down barriers to energy efficiency at the local, state, regional and national levels. The Alliance promotes energy efficiency policies that are meaningful, politically viable and implementable.

Critical to the Solution

Barriers to energy efficiency — including the need for upfront capital investment, lack of consumer awareness and highly-subsidized prices for fossil fuels — often prevent even the "low-hanging fruit" from being picked. Fortunately, sound energy policy can break through these barriers and transform market conditions to create an energy-efficient nation.

Realizing energy efficiency's greatest potential is key component of the Alliance's mission and effective policy is a critical part of the solution. To achieve this goal, the Alliance Policy Team, which includes a research group and a government relations group, focuses on three main tasks:

  • Policy formulation and analysis;
  • Policy advocacy; and
  • Education of policymakers, consumers and the media.

2012 State of the Union Fact Sheet: Making College Affordable

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2012 State of the Union Fact Sheet
January 27, 2012

In tandem with his vision of an American economy built on domestic manufacturing and energy, the president emphasized building necessary skills for American workers by tackling rising college costs.

In tandem with his vision of an American economy built on domestic manufacturing and energy, the president emphasized building necessary skills for American workers by addressing rising college costs.

In this blueprint, the president calls on Congress to advance new reforms to promote shared responsibility to make college affordable. If this proposal is passed, federal campus aid will be tied to responsible campus tuition policies for the first time in history.

2012 State of the Union Fact Sheet: Overview to Support U.S. Manufacturing Jobs, Discourage Outsourcing, Encourage Insourcing

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2012 State of the Union Fact Sheet
January 27, 2012

In his State of the Union address, President Obama encouraged companies to create manufacturing jobs in the United States while removing deductions for shipping jobs overseas and encouraging insourcing.

In his State of the Union address on Jan. 24, 2012, President Barack Obama encouraged companies to create manufacturing jobs in the United States while removing deductions for jobs creation overseas. In the fact sheet, Obama proposes a revenue-neutral reform package to support manufacturing, discourage outsourcing, and encourage insourcing that Congress should act on immediately.

Three 2012 State of the Union Fact Sheets: Jobs, Energy Resources, College Tuition

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January 27, 2012

In his State of the Union address on Jan. 24, 2012, President Barack Obama described his vision for “an America built to last” that makes efficiency a solid cornerstone of the equation. Check out these fact sheets from the White House Office of Public Engagement, including details on how the President thinks U.S. economy could improve by supporting domestic manufacturing activities, American energy and skills for American workers.

In his State of the Union address on Jan. 24, 2012, President Barack Obama described his vision for “an America built to last” that makes efficiency a solid cornerstone of the equation. Want to learn the facts? Read the full blueprint [PDF] and check out these fact sheets from the White House Office of Public Engagement, including details on how the president thinks the U.S.

Alliance Response to 2012 State of the Union: Energy Efficiency Paves Way to ‘Economy that’s Built to Last’

Alliance Response to 2012 State of the Union
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January 25, 2012

The truest comment by the president? One supported by study after study: The easiest way to save money is to waste less energy.

Statement by Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan

The truest comment by President Barack Obama? One supported by study after study: The easiest way to save money is to waste less energy.

The president’s vision for "an economy built to last" makes energy efficiency a cornerstone. In his State of the Union address on Jan. 24, 2012, Obama asked Congress to send him a bill that incorporates energy efficiency and creates jobs. Congress already has one in the pipeline.

The Alliance to Save Energy on President Obama's State of the Union

Alliance President Kateri Callahan
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January 24, 2012

As President Barack Obama prepares his State of the Union address, Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan reminds the nation that energy efficiency strengthens our economy, spurs job growth and reduces dependence on imported energy – while also saving money for each American household and business.

Statement by Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan

As President Obama prepares his State of the Union Address, the Alliance to Save Energy notes that energy efficiency strengthens the nation’s economy, spurs job growth and reduces dependence on imported energy – while also saving money for each and every American household and business.

Even as new energy technologies continue to emerge, efficiency remains the quickest, cheapest, cleanest way to enhance energy independence, extend domestic energy supplies and protect the environment.

What’s on the Table in 2012: Bipartisan Energy Efficiency Legislation

Bipartisan Energy Efficiency Legislation in 2012
January 19, 2012

Legislation with bipartisan support will have the strongest legs in 2012.These bills include a national energy efficiency strategy, appliance standards and a new way to finance energy-saving home upgrades.

Legislation with bipartisan support will have the strongest legs this year, and Congress is considering seven major policies that both promote energy efficiency and have bipartisan support.

These bills – which include a national energy efficiency strategy, appliance standards and a new way to finance energy-saving home upgrades – are:

Energy Savings & Industrial Competitiveness Act (S. 1000)

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Policy Outlook 2012: Bipartisan Package Poses Best Prospect for Energy Efficiency

Date: Jan 19, 2012

Author(s): 
Rob Mosher

Energy efficiency policy faces challenges in 2012, but Congress is ripe for legislation that saves money and energy. A bipartisan package that includes a broad energy efficiency proposal and an appliance standards bill has the best chance for approval.

Election years are known for gridlock, but the threat of rising fuel prices and the need for economic recovery make Congress ripe for legislation that saves money and energy.

While several measures that promote energy efficiency are pending, Congress has the best chance of approving a bipartisan package that includes a broad energy efficiency proposal and an appliance standards bill. Such a package could drive consideration of other energy efficiency initiatives. 

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Jack Lew – Friend of Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy – Named White House Chief of Staff

Date: Jan 18, 2012

Author(s): 
Monique O'Grady

White House Chief of Staff Jack Lew is an energy efficiency and clean energy champion. 

On Jan. 9, 2011, President Barack Obama announced that Jack Lew, the current Office of Management and Budget (OMB) director, is replacing Bill Daley as Chief of Staff.

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National Journal: How Could High Oil Prices Shape 2012?

Date: Jan 09, 2012

New Year Ushers in Bright New Era in Lighting, Says Alliance

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December 29, 2011

As we usher in a New Year, the first phase of a revolution in home lighting products – one that promises a bright future at less cost – will begin as well, says the Alliance to Save Energy.

Consumers to Save Money and Energy with Expanded Lighting Options

Washington, D.C., December 29, 2011 – As we usher in a New Year, the first phase of a revolution in home lighting products – one that promises a bright future at less cost – will begin as well, says the Alliance to Save Energy.

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