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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.

House Energy Bill: ‘One Small Step for Efficiency, One Giant Leap for Production’

Date: 
April 10, 2003

As the House considers the energy bill, it has already failed to address our nation’s growing and deadly oil dependence by defeating an amendment that would have required a mere 5 percent increase in fuel economy by 2010.

Statement of Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow (based on H.R. 6, prior to final passage)

“As the House considers the energy bill, it has already failed to address our nation’s growing and deadly oil dependence by defeating an amendment that would have required a mere 5 percent increase in fuel economy by 2010. H.R. 6 is one small step for efficiency, one giant leap for production.

Alliance to Save Energy Praises Tax Incentives for Energy Efficiency

Date: 
April 2, 2003

With the nation at war and our economic future uncertain, the Alliance to Save Energy commends the Senate Finance Committee for today adopting several provisions to promote the market for energy-efficient products.

Statement of Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow

"With the nation at war and our economic future uncertain, the Alliance to Save Energy commends the Senate Finance Committee for today adopting several provisions to promote the market for energy-efficient products. We wish the Finance Committee had done more for energy efficiency – which is the quickest, cleanest, cheapest way to save energy, protect the environment, and reduce oil imports – and we will work with Committee leaders to improve the bill when it reaches the Senate floor.

Administration Decision on Fuel Economy Squanders Opportunity to Reduce U.S. Oil Imports, Protect Environment, Enhance National Security

Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
April 1, 2003

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has squandered the opportunity to reverse the 22-year decline in passenger vehicle fuel economy.

Statement of Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow

“The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has squandered the opportunity to reverse the 22-year decline in passenger vehicle fuel economy.

“The NHTSA rule – calling for a mere 1.5 mile-per-gallon increase in fuel economy, and only for light trucks, from 2005 to 2007 – doesn't even match what the Big 3 automakers already committed to on a voluntary basis. It will do virtually nothing to reverse the nation's growing and deadly dependence on foreign oil.

'Drive for America' Campaign Calls on Big Three Automakers to Increase Fuel Economy as Matter of National Security

Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
March 27, 2003

th world oil markets increasingly in turmoil, U.S. oil imports steadily increasing, and oil and gas prices on the rise, the Alliance to Save Energy has launched the Drive for America campaign demanding that the Big Three automakers increase fuel economy as a matter of national security.

With world oil markets increasingly in turmoil, U.S. oil imports steadily increasing, and oil and gas prices on the rise, the Alliance to Save Energy has launched the Drive for America campaign demanding that the Big Three automakers increase fuel economy as a matter of national security.

In the web campaign’s first 24 hours, more than 5,000 Americans on the home front signed on to the campaign as a way of making their own contribution to national security and sending a message to U.S. automakers.

Alliance to Save Energy Supports New Energy Efficiency Tax Incentives Introduced in Senate

Date: 
March 13, 2003

As oil and gas prices reach record levels in anticipation of war with Iraq, and as national security interests dictate reducing American oil dependence, the Alliance to Save Energy applauds the energy efficiency tax credits introduced today by the bipartisan leadership of the Senate Finance and Energy Committees.

As oil and gas prices reach record levels in anticipation of war with Iraq, and as national security interests dictate reducing American oil dependence, the Alliance to Save Energy applauds the energy efficiency tax credits introduced today by the bipartisan leadership of the Senate Finance and Energy Committees.

Energy Efficiency Must be Foundation of National Energy Policy, Alliance to Save Energy President Tells Senate Energy Committee; Current Oil Price Shocks Could Lead to Recession

Date: 
March 11, 2003

Given that every oil price shock in U.S. history has been followed by a recession, Congress must tap the potential of energy efficiency to help the U.S. economy, the environment, and national security, Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow told the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources today.

Given that every oil price shock in U.S. history has been followed by a recession, Congress must tap the potential of energy efficiency to help the U.S. economy, the environment, and national security, Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow told the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources today.

As Tight Supplies, War Fears Boost Oil, Gas Prices, Alliance to Save Energy Offers Consumers Tips for Saving Money at the Gas Pump

Date: 
February 27, 2003

As tight supplies and fears of war with Iraq push prices for oil and gasoline to their highest levels since the Persian Gulf War, the Alliance to Save Energy offers consumers tips to cut their gasoline usage and costs.

As tight supplies and fears of war with Iraq push prices for oil and gasoline to their highest levels since the Persian Gulf War, the Alliance to Save Energy offers consumers tips to cut their gasoline usage and costs.

Americans Can Show Patriotism on Presidents' Day, Save Money at the Pump, by Taking Patriot's Energy Pledge

Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
February 14, 2003

Price increases for gasoline, diesel fuel, and home heating oil have hit record levels in recent weeks, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

Price increases for gasoline, diesel fuel, and home heating oil have hit record levels in recent weeks, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. So the best way for Americans to show their patriotism and commemorate Presidents’ Day this year is to take the Patriot’s Energy Pledge to reduce their oil consumption at www.saveabarrel.org, Pledge officials say.

U.S. Must Commit to Energy Efficiency Immediately, Not Just 20 or More Years ‘Down the Road,’ Says Alliance to Save Energy

Date: 
February 6, 2003

Statement of Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow

“We commend President Bush’s proposal for a long-term federal commitment to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and urge him also to advocate immediate steps to reduce the nation’s oil dependence.

“While the country awaits the hydrogen-powered cars of 20 or more years from now, the President should be increasing fuel economy standards for cars, SUVs, and pickups and urging Americans to purchase and drive hybrid gas-electric vehicles that are in auto showrooms right now.

Despite Commitment to Hydrogen, Energy Efficiency to be Cut

Date: 
February 3, 2003

President Bush’s FY 2004 budget request calls for significant cuts in energy efficiency at a time when we can least afford it. With U.S. oil imports steadily increasing and the global climate deteriorating, we need both immediate progress and long-term solutions.

Statement of Alliance to Save Energy President David M. Nemtzow

"President Bush’s FY 2004 budget request calls for significant cuts in energy efficiency at a time when we can least afford it. With U.S. oil imports steadily increasing and the global climate deteriorating, we need both immediate progress and long-term solutions.

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