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  • Apr 1, 2006

    America’s Energy Straitjacket

    "Not your parents' energy crisis," said Thomas Friedman, which describes the energy challenges facing the United States. All conventional energy resources are facing challenges in mee…

    "Not your parents' energy crisis," said Thomas Friedman, which describes the energy challenges facing the United States. All conventional energy resources are facing challenges in meeting surging demands for energy at the same time. These tight energy markets are resulting in volatile and rising energy prices that pose challenges for energy consumers. Energy efficiency is the one energy resource that can meet the growing demand for energy allowing time to develop a long-term energy plan for the country.

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