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Addressing transportation efficiency both reduces emissions and lessens U.S. dependence on foreign sources of oil.

Two-Fold Strategy Increases Efficiency

The transportation sector is responsible for about 27 percent of U.S. energy consumption and nearly one-third of U.S. carbon dioxide emissions, more than any other end-use sector. Its share of consumption and emissions has grown steadily in recent decades. The transportation industry doesn't only affect the environment. Most petroleum – the main U.S. transportation fuel – is imported, often from volatile regions of the world. Reducing transportation energy use would mitigate climate change and improve local air quality while enhancing our national security and lowering pressure on oil prices.

To reduce energy consumption from the transportation sector, we must address both vehicle fuel efficiency (the energy consumed per mile driven) and fuel conservation (reducing the number of miles driven). Models by the U.S. Department of Energy and environmental think tanks suggest that without policies to address both issues, transportation emissions will continue to rise, making it more difficult for the U.S. to achieve meaningful reductions in carbon emissions.

Bush Signing Energy Bill is First Step; Implementation, Funding, Oil Savings Still Needed

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August 8, 2005

The Alliance to Save Energy pledges to work for full implementation and full funding of the energy-efficiency provisions in the new energy law signed by the president.

Washington, D.C., August 8, 2005 – “The Alliance to Save Energy pledges to work for full implementation and full funding of the energy-efficiency provisions in the new energy law signed by the president today,” said Alliance President Kateri Callahan. “Much work lies ahead for Congress and the administration if we are to realize the law’s energy-saving potential and reap its promised benefits for our economy, environment, and national security.

As Motorists Face High Gas Prices Going into July 4 Weekend, Alliance to Save Energy Provides Tips for Better Mileage

Date: 
June 29, 2005

As motorists planning to travel by car for the July 4 weekend face gasoline prices nearly 30 cents higher than a year ago, the Alliance to Save Energy offers vehicle maintenance and driving tips.

Washington, DC, June 29, 2005 – As motorists planning to travel by car for the July 4 weekend face gasoline prices nearly 30 cents higher than a year ago, the Alliance to Save Energy offers vehicle maintenance and driving tips that can help them achieve better mileage and ease the strain on their pocketbooks:

Bipartisan Group of House Members, Alliance to Save Energy Call for ‘Energy Efficiency Cornerstone Act’ to be Incorporated into Comprehensive Energy Bill

Date: 
June 28, 2005

Reps. Zach Wamp (R-Tenn.) and Mark Udall (D-Colo.), in partnership with the Alliance to Save Energy, today sent the clear message to prospective House energy bill conferees that energy efficiency must be a cornerstone of U.S. energy policy by introducing The Energy Efficiency Cornerstone Act (EECA).

Washington, D.C., June 28, 2005 – Reps. Zach Wamp (R-Tenn.) and Mark Udall (D-Colo.), in partnership with the Alliance to Save Energy, today sent the clear message to prospective House energy bill conferees that energy efficiency must be a cornerstone of U.S. energy policy by introducing The Energy Efficiency Cornerstone Act (EECA).

Senate Finance Committee Provides 10 Times as Much in Tax Incentives for Energy Efficiency as House Energy Bill, Says Alliance to Save Energy

Date: 
June 15, 2005

The Senate continues its march toward adoption of a more balanced and stronger energy bill than crafted by the House.

Washington, D.C., June 15, 2005 – “The Senate continues its march toward adoption of a more balanced and stronger energy bill than crafted by the House, with the proposal of an energy tax package that splits $16.1 billion in incentives almost evenly among energy efficiency; renewables and alternative energy; and fossil fuels, nuclear and electric infrastructure,” Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan noted upon release of the Senate Finance Committee energy tax package.

Senate Energy Committee Ignores Plight of Consumers Reeling From High Gas Prices, U.S. Security Risks Arising from Oil Dependence, Says Alliance to Save Energy

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May 19, 2005

“Today the Senate Energy Committee denied the country a very important opportunity to bolster our energy security and to provide relief to consumers reeling from the high price of gasoline by voting down a proposal to increase the fuel economy of SUVs, minivans, and pickups,” said Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan.

Washington, D.C., May 18, 2005 – “Today the Senate Energy Committee denied the country a very important opportunity to bolster our energy security and to provide relief to consumers reeling from the high price of gasoline by voting down a proposal to increase the fuel economy of SUVs, minivans, and pickups,” said Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan.

The Energy Policy Act of 2005

US Capitol Building
July 5, 2005

Following more than four years of debate, 2005's Energy Policy Act was the first new comprehensive energy bill since 1992. The House of Representatives passed the conference report to The Energy Policy Act of 2005 on July 28 by a vote of 275-156; the Senate followed suit the next day, voting 74-26 in favor of the bill; and President Bush signed the bill into law on August 8, 2005.

Following more than four years of debate, 2005's Energy Policy Act was the first new comprehensive energy bill since 1992. The House of Representatives passed the conference report to The Energy Policy Act of 2005 on July 28 by a vote of 275-156; the Senate followed suit the next day, voting 74-26 in favor of the bill; and President Bush signed the bill into law on August 8, 2005. Several important energy-efficiency provisions were included to help Americans save money and energy while reducing pollution.

CLEAR Act Tax Incentives Would Reduce U.S. Oil Dependence By Encouraging Purchase of Hybrid Vehicles, Says Alliance

Date: 
April 28, 2005

“Federal incentives encouraging the purchase and use of hybrid electric vehicles through the tax code will help to lessen our dependence on imported oil and improve the efficiency of the transportation sector,” said Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan.

Washington, D.C., April 28 – “Federal incentives encouraging the purchase and use of hybrid electric vehicles through the tax code will help to lessen our dependence on imported oil and improve the efficiency of the transportation sector,” said Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan.

By Ensuring Accurate Vehicle MPG Ratings, Johnson/Holt ‘Truth in Advertising’ Bill Would Benefit U.S. Consumers, Increase U.S. Energy Security, Says Alliance to Save Energy

Date: 
March 3, 2005

“It’s an open secret that gas mileage rates posted on new cars are outdated and overstate vehicle fuel economy," said Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan, "because they are based on out-dated testing procedures that don’t reflect real-world driving.”

Washington, D.C., March 3 – “It’s an open secret that gas mileage rates posted on new cars are outdated and overstate vehicle fuel economy, because they are based on out-dated testing procedures that don’t reflect real-world driving,” said Alliance to Save Energy President Kateri Callahan.

Testimony Regarding the Energy Policy Act of 2005

February 8, 2005
Kateri Callahan

Testimony of Alliance President Kateri Callahan before the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality regarding the Energy Policy Act of 2005, February 10, 2005.

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