04 Feb
Tuesday, February 4 (Washington, D.C.) — Over the last week, Chris Wright and Doug Burgum were confirmed by the Senate to serve as the Secretary of Energy and the Secretary of the Interior, respectively. Americans for a Clean Energy Grid (ACEG) Executive Director Christina Hayes released the following statement:
“Americans for a Clean Energy Grid congratulates Doug Burgum and Chris Wright on their confirmations as Secretary of the Interior and Secretary of Energy, respectively. The nomination hearings made clear that they believe that a modern transmission grid is key to achieving economic prosperity and national security, as well as delivering Americans secure, reliable, and cost-effective power. We look forward to working with both Secretary Burgum and Secretary Wright to advance critical transmission projects that enhance our nation’s energy independence and ensure American energy dominance.”
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About Americans for a Clean Energy Grid:
Americans for a Clean Energy Grid (ACEG) is a non-profit, broad-based public interest advocacy coalition focused on the need to expand, integrate, and modernize the North American high-capacity grid. ACEG brings together a diverse coalition — including business, labor, consumer, environmental groups, and other transmission supporters — to advocate for policies that recognize the benefits of a robust transmission grid.
Media Contact:
Chloe Slayter, Communications Manager
chloe.slayter@cleanenergygrid.org | 805-556-5344
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