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FYI
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
STATE VEGUIVE USLINO OFFICE
OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
WASHINGTON. D.C. 20503
March 4, 1991
NOTE TO: GOVERNOR SUNUNU
DIRECTOR DARMAN
EDE HOLIDAY
ROGER PORTER
HENSON MOORE
LINDA STUNTZ
DAVID DEMAREST
STEVE HART
BOBBI KILBERG
FROM:
BOB GRADY BG
I think we need something like this.
Attachment
cc: Phil Brady
Talking Points: Energy Conservation Items in the
National Energy Strategy
Over half the items in the NES relate to conservation
or energy efficiency.
In total, the NES will reduce oil demand by 3.4 million
barrels/day below projected levels (by 2010).
Funding for conservation and renewables R&D in the budget is
$495 million -- an increase of 17 percent. This includes a
$300 million joint R&D program to develop the battery for an
electric car, and an increase of 46% in funding for solar
photovoltaics.
The NES lifts the cap on CAFE credits that automakers
receive for alternative fueled vehicles.
The NES raises the limit on tax-free subsidies that
employers can provide for mass transit, vanpooling, and
ridesharing.
Reform of the Public Utility Holding Company Act, by
allowing the most capable builders of electric power plants
to compete to provide power all across the country, will
increase efficiency in the electric power generating
business.
The NES allows tax-free treatment for discounts on utility
bills provided for energy conservation investments.
The NES supports programs which offer a "bounty" for
scrapping old gas-guzzler cars.
The NES supports Integrated Resource Planning -- investments
in efficiency as an alternative to new power plants.
The NES will reform PURPA to allow more small and
alternative energy producers to produce and sell electric
power.
The NES extends the tax credit for renewable energy
technologies through 1992.
The NES will speed the development and implementation of
energy efficiency standards for buildings and appliances.
The NES will require energy efficiency labeling of various
products, including lightbulbs.
The NES will ensure that energy efficiency rating becomes
part of the mortgage financing process for all Federally
guaranteed mortgages.
Grant Blymire
A: ENERGY
July 17, 1991
DRAFT2
BRIEF REMARKS: NATIONAL ENERGY STRATEGY BRIEFING
ROOM 450
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 1991
TIME?
[Acknowledgements].
Five months ago -- I believe most of you were here with us
that day -- our Administration announced a comprehensive and
balanced strategy for an energy future that is secure, efficient
and environmentally sound. Our National Energy Strategy is
designed to meet needs this Nation can't afford to compromise:
continued economic growth, increased energy efficiency, strong
environmental protection, and reduced reliance on foreign oil.
Ne plan is
We know that the radical measures some have urged in order
to reduce our oil imports would hurt American industries, jobs
and consumers. So we must act with care, but we must act
comprehensively. The NES strikes a balance -- a sound and
reasonable middle ground that will achieve greater energy
security without stopping the economy cold.
The power behind this strategy is strong -- for it relies on
the magic of the marketplace, the resourcefulness of the American
people, and the responsible leadership of industry and
government. And as we enter the Next American Century, this
balanced approach will power a larger and larger American economy
-- while using less and less energy.
We start by
The way to do it is to use energy more efficiently. We've
got to invest in accelerated research -- to keep America on the
2
cutting edge of new energy technologies like biomass and
alternative fuels, electric cars, high-speed rail, solar and
geothermal power, and safe and secure nuclear technology.
Back in my younger days, I made my living looking for new
energy sources, running a little oil company in Texas called
Zapata. Today, we want to build an energy future that opens the
door to even more new and diverse energy sources -- because never
again should America's energy future be at the mercy of events in
a single foreign country.
As Secretary Watkins [and other briefers] will tell you,
most of the initiatives contained in the Strategy can be
implemented under existing authority --- and the Admiral has made
quite a bit of progress. We can set in motion a substantial part
of our Strategy right now, without waiting for legislation.
One initiative in particular is very important to me. Today
SERI - -
I am announcing the elevation of N the Solar Energy Reserach
Institute to the status of National Laboratory. S.E.R.I. will be
known as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, and it now
joins an elite group of our Nation's finest scientific centers.
This action today is more than symbolic -- it represents this
Administration's commitment to the search for better, cleaner
energy technology.
on the legislationt,
Legislatively we've also made some headway since we first
released the Strategy back in February. Under the leadership of
Senators Johnston and Wallop, the Senate Energy Committee
endorsed a comprehensive and balanced energy bill, one which
3
embodies the key elements of our Strategy. I urge the full
Senate to act swiftly on this bill.
Conservationists and industry alike should be able to fully
support the National Energy Strategy. I know in some cases
there's been a misunderstanding about the actual contents of the
legislation, but we've seen one thing: the more people know about
the National Energy Strategy legislation, the more they like it.
Let me tell you what the Johnston-Wallop bill actually does:
1
it enhances energy efficiency --- in areas like building
efficiency standards, Federal energy management efforts, energy
conservation investments by utilities, and the development of new
technologies and alternative fuels. On the supply side, it
access the energyive new to sustam
ensures continued growth -- growth that is environmentally sound.
STET
STET
We've made a lot of progress on cleaner gasoline over the last
few years. But when Americans pull up to the pump, they desrve
to have the choice of a whole range of environmentally sound
fuels like ethanol, methanol, electricity, propane, and natural
gas.
We're expecting that the Johnston-Wallop bill will reach the
This bill,
Senate floor in September.
We believe the bill, on balance,
defines a very positive role in energy for the Federal
government.
The House began mark-up on the bill last week, and
we're hoping for the same comprehensive approach in the House as
in the Senate.
Weneed
We need Congress to act wisely -- and act soon. Action is
needed on all fronts we need to remain world leaders in
4
to
to
technology; we must protect the environment; we must make the
most of our domestic resources; and we to must encourage energy
efficiency through incentives for industrial, commerical and
private consumers.
A
Sadly, though, our critics can't see the big picture. They
have focused on one or two issues that admittedly are
controversial. ANWR is one of them.
Let me give you a little history. In 1980, Congress
specifically avoided designating part of the coastal plain in
Alaska, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, as "wilderness."
Instead, Congress asked the Interior Department to determine
whether the resources of ANWR could be developed without harming
the environment. Since then, Interior has conducted over 170
studies.
The critics have not put forth a single credible study
Interior studies have shown that -- under strict
Time after time, these
environmental oversight -- ANWR's coastal plain could be accessed
and its resources developed safely. the wildlife will be
protected -- the Director of Fish and Wildlife is here today --
7
protected -- some of ANWR's neighbors are here today. And
finally, the State of Alaska fully supports ANWR's development.
I urge Congress to look at these facts -- and not to be
the his Gaven pat forth a suglosted
And shill, they wont bodse.
and he has conducted rigorous studies. The way of life will be
distracted by the critics.
Enacting the National Energy Strategy will not be easy. But
our needs for a comprehensive energey bill that promotes greater
efficiency, renewable energy, natural gas and nuclear regulatory
Am the fact of widence - 170
SAndies + the considered opinion of Alashar's own govt-
5
reform, access to ANWR, greater competition in electric
utilities, and alternative fuels and technologies demand that we
act. This strategy achieves these important goals, and I believe
it is the best plan possible.
You're here today because you can make a difference in the
energy future of this country. Some people act as if Washington
can snap its fingers and impose an energy strategy on the rest of
the country. We know that just won't work. " The best part of our
Strategy is that it draws upon America's greatest national
resource -- the ingenuity of our people. With their
resourcefulness, we can ensure that America in the next century
will be energy efficient, environmentally sound, and economically
strong.
To each of you, I say keep up the good work. Your support
has been tremendous in this effort, and I hope I can continue to
count on you. God bless the United States of America.
# # #
Grant/Blymire
A: ENERGY
July 18, 1991
Draft two
BRIEF REMARKS: NATIONAL ENERGY STRATEGY BRIEFING
ROOM 450
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 1991
TIME?
[Acknowledgements].
Five months ago -- I believe most of you were here with us
that day -- our Administration announced a comprehensive and
balanced strategy for an energy future that is secure, efficient
and environmentally sound. Our National Energy Strategy is
designed to meet needs this Nation can't afford to compromise:
continued economic growth, increased energy efficiency, strong
environmental protection, and reduced reliance on foreign oil.
The power behind this strategy is strong -- for it relies on
the magic of the marketplace, the resourcefulness of the American
people, and the responsible leadership of industry and
government. And as we enter the Next American Century, this
balanced approach will power a larger and larger American economy
-- while using less and less energy.
We know that the radical measures some have urged in order
to reduce our oil imports would hurt American industries, jobs
and consumers. So we must act with care, but we must act
comprehensively. The NES strikes a balance -- a sound and
reasonable middle ground that will achieve greater energy
security without stopping the economy cold.
2
We start by using energy more efficiently. We've got to
invest in accelerated research -- to keep America on the cutting
edge of new energy technologies like biomass and alternative
fuels, electric cars, high-speed rail, solar and geothermal
power, and safe and secure nuclear technology.
Back in my younger days, I made my living looking for new
energy sources, running a little oil company in Texas called
Zapata. Today, we want to build an energy future that opens the
door to even more new and diverse energy sources -- because never
again should America's energy future be at the mercy of events in
a single foreign country.
As Secretary Watkins [and other briefers] will tell you,
most of the initiatives contained in the Strategy can be
implemented under existing authority -- and the Admiral has made
quite a bit of progress. We can set in motion a substantial part
of our Strategy right now, without waiting for legislation.
One initiative in particular is very important to me. Today
I am announcing the elevation of S.E.R.I. -- the Solar Energy
Research Institute -- to the status of National Laboratory.
S.E.R.I. will be known as the National Renewable Energy
Laboratory, and it now joins an elite group of our Nation's
finest scientific centers. This action today is more than
symbolic -- it represents this Administration's commitment to the
search for better, cleaner energy technology.
On the legislative front, we've also made some headway since
we first released the Strategy back in February. Under the
3
leadership of Senators Johnston and Wallop, the Senate Energy
Committee endorsed a comprehensive and balanced energy bill, one
which embodies the key elements of our Strategy. I urge the full
Senate to act swiftly on this bill.
Conservationists and industry alike should be able to fully
support the National Energy Strategy. I know in some cases
there's been a misunderstanding about the actual contents of the
legislation, but we've seen one thing: the more people know about
the National Energy Strategy legislation, the more they like it.
Let me tell you what the Johnston-Wallop bill actually does:
on balance, it defines a very positive role in energy for the
Federal government. It enhances energy efficiency -- in areas
like building efficiency standards, Federal energy management
efforts, energy conservation investments by utilities, and the
development of new technologies and alternative fuels.
On the supply side, it ensures access to the energy we need
to sustain continued growth -- growth that is environmentally
sound. We've made a lot of progress on cleaner gasoline over the
last few years. But when Americans pull up to the pump, they
desrve to have the choice of a whole range of environmentally
sound fuels like ethanol, methanol, electricity, propane, and
natural gas.
We're expecting that the Johnston-Wallop bill will reach the
Senate floor in September. The House began mark-up on the bill
last week, and we're hoping for the same comprehensive approach
in the House as in the Senate.
4
We need Congress to act wisely -- and act soon. We need
action on all fronts: to remain world leaders in technology; to
protect the environment; to make the most of our domestic
resources; and to encourage energy efficiency through incentives
for industrial, commerical and private consumers.
Sadly, though, our critics can't see the big picture. They
have focused on one or two issues that admittedly are
controversial. ANWR is one of them.
Let me give you a little history. In 1980, Congress
specifically avoided designating part of the coastal plain in
Alaska, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, as "wilderness."
Instead, Congress asked the Interior Department to determine
whether the resources of ANWR could be developed without harming
the environment. Since then, Interior has conducted over 170
studies.
Time after time, these studies have shown -- under strict
environmental oversight -- that ANWR's coastal plain and its
resources could be developed safely. The wildlife will be
protected -- the Director of Fish and Wildlife is here today --
and he has conducted rigorous studies. The way of life will be
protected -- some of ANWR's neighbors are here today. And
finally, the State of Alaska fully supports ANWR's development.
What about the critics? In the face of all this evidence -
- 170 studies and the considered opinion of Alaska's own
government -- the critics haven't put forth a single study. And
5
still, they won't budge. I urge Congress to look at these facts
-- and not to be distracted by the critics.
Enacting the National Energy Strategy will not be easy. But
our needs for a comprehensive energy bill that promotes greater
efficiency, renewable energy, natural gas and nuclear regulatory
reform, access to ANWR, greater competition in electric
utilities, and alternative fuels and technologies demand that we
act. This strategy achieves these important goals, and I believe
it is the best plan possible.
You're here today because you can make a difference in the
energy future of this country. Some people act as if Washington
can snap its fingers and impose an energy strategy on the rest of
the country. We know that just won't work. The best part of our
Strategy is that it draws upon America's greatest national
resource -- the ingenuity of our people. With their
resourcefulness, we can ensure that America in the next century
will be energy efficient, environmentally sound, and economically
strong.
To each of you, I say keep up the good work. Your support
has been tremendous in this effort, and I hope I can continue to
count on you. God bless the United States of America.
# # #
Grant/Blymire
A:ENERGY
July 17, 1991
BRIEF REMARKS: NATIONAL ENERGY STRATEGY BRIEFING
ROOM 450
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 1991
TIME?
[Acknowledgements].
Five months ago -- I believe most of you were here with us
that day -- our Administration announced a comprehensive and
balanced strategy for an energy future that is secure, efficient
and environmentally sound. Our National Energy Strategy is
designed to meet needs this Nation can't afford to compromise:
continued economic growth, increased energy efficiency, strong
environmental protection, and reduced reliance on foreign oil.
We know that the radical measures some have urged in order
to reduce our oil imports would hurt American industries, jobs
and consumers. So we must act with care, but we must act
comprehensively. The NES strikes a balance -- a sound and
reasonable middle ground that will achieve greater energy
security without stopping the economy cold.
The power behind this strategy is strong -- for it relies on
the magic of the marketplace, the resourcefulness of the American
people, and the responsible leadership of industry and
government. And as we enter the Next American Century, this
balanced approach will power a larger and larger American economy
-- while using less and less energy.
The way to do it is to use energy more efficiently. We've
got to invest in accelerated research -- to keep America on the
2
cutting edge of new energy technologies like biomass and
alternative fuels, electric cars, high-speed rail, solar and
geothermal power, and safe and secure nuclear technology.
Back in my younger days, I made my living looking for new
energy sources, running a little oil company in Texas called
Zapata. Today, we want to build an energy future that opens the
door to even more new and diverse energy sources -- because never
again should America's energy future be at the mercy of events in
a single foreign country.
As [Secretary Watkins and other briefers] have told/will
tell you, we've made quite a bit of progress since we first
released the Strategy back in February. Under the leadership of
Senators Johnston and Wallop, the Senate Committee on Energy and
Natural Resources endorsed a comprehensive and balanced energy
bill, one which embodies the key elements of our Strategy. I
urge the full Senate to act swiftly on this bill.
Conservationists and industry alike should be able to fully
support the National Energy Strategy. I know in some cases
there's been a misunderstanding about the actual contents of the
legislation, but we've seen one thing: the more people know about
the National Energy Strategy legislation, the more they like it.
Let me tell you what the Johnston-Wallop bill actually does:
it enhances energy efficiency -- in areas like building
efficiency standards, Federal energy management efforts, energy
conservation investments by utilities, and the development of new
technologies and alternative fuels. On the supply side, we are
3
committed to continued growth -- growth that is environmentally
sound. We've made a lot of progress on cleaner gasoline over the
last few years. But when Americans pull up to the pump, they
desrve to have the choice of a range of environmentally sound
fuels like ethanol, methanol, electricity, propane, and natural
gas.
We're expecting that the Johnston-Wallop bill will reach the
Senate floor in September. We believe the bill, on balance,
defines a very positive role in energy for the Federal
government. We're hoping for the same comprehensive approach
when the House considers its own legislation.
We need Congress to act wisely -- and act soon. But we can
also set in motion a substantial part of our Strategy right now,
without waiting for legislation. In April, I signed an Executive
Order on Federal energy management. Since then, Admiral Watkins
has begun implementing the Strategy, and has issued rules
concerning florescent lighting and cleaning products. The
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued regulations
concerning hydropower sites, natural gas pipelines, and
electricity issues; and the IRS has cut red-tape for investors in
utilities and users of public transportation.
Enacting the National Energy Strategy will not be easy. But
our needs for abundant energy, a strong economy and a sound
environment demand that we act. This strategy strikes a delicate
balance between the three, and I believe it is the best plan
possible.
4
You're here today because you can make a difference in the
energy future of this country. Some people act as if Washington
can snap its fingers and impose an energy strategy on the rest of
the country. We know that just won't work. The best part of our
Strategy is that it draws upon America's greatest national
resource -- the ingenuity of our people. With their
resourcefulness, we can ensure that America in the next century
will be energy efficient, environmentally sound, and economically
strong.
To each of you, I say keep up the good work. Your support
has been tremendous in this effort, and I hope I can continue to
count on you. God bless the United States of America.
# # #
Grant/Blymire
Draft one A: ENERGY
July 17, 1991
BRIEF REMARKS: NATIONAL ENERGY STRATEGY BRIEFING
ROOM 450
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 1991
TIME?
[Acknowledgements].
Five months ago, our Administration announced a
comprehensive and balanced strategy for an energy future that is
secure, efficient and environmentally sound. Our National Energy
Strategy is designed support growth,
to meet mm needs continued this Nation economic can " offord to corpromise:
increase energy efficiency, protect the environment, and reduce
America's reliance on foreign oil imports.
Taking action an This shalegy won be easys
would
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We know that radical measures to reduce our oil imports will
some urge
hurt American industries, jobs and consumers. So we must act
with care, but we must act comprehensively. The NES strikes a
balance -- a sound and reasonable middle ground that will achieve
greater energy security without stopping the economy cold.
The power behind this strategy is strong -- for it relies on
the magic of the marketplace, the resourcefulness of the American
people, and the responsible leadership of industry and
government. And as we enter the Next American Century, this
balanced approach will power a larger and larger American economy
-- while using less and less energy.
The way to do it is to use energy more efficiently
We're by 900
to
investing in accelerated research to keep America on the cutting
edge of new energy technologies like biomass and alternative
2
fuels, electric cars, high-speed rail, solar and geothermal
power, and safe and secure nuclear technology.
Zapata reference domestic oil - new sources ofenergy
We want to build an energy future that opens the door to new
and diverse energy sources -- because never again should
America's will be tested by events in a single foreign country.
Since that day in February when we released the strategy
itself, we've had quite a bit of progress. Under the leadership
of Senators Johnston and Wallop, the Senate Committee endorsed a
comprehensive and balanced energy bill, one very comparable to
the NES. I urge the full Senate to act swiftly on this bill.
Conservationists and industry alike should be able to fully
I know In some cases
support the National Energy Strategy. While theresis much
been some a
misunderstanding about the actual contents of the legislation,
but
we've seen one thing: the more people know about the National
Energy Strategy legislation, the more they like it.
Let me tell you what the Johnston-Wallop bill actually does:
it enhances energy efficiency -- in areas like building
efficiency standards, Federal energy management efforts, energy
conservation investments by utilities, and the development of new
technologies and alternative fuels. On the supply side, we are
committed to continued growth -- growth that is environmentally
sound. Instead of only finding gasoline at the pump, we want
Americans to have the choice of environmentally sound and cleaner
fuels like ethanol, methanol, electricity, propane, natural gas,
and cleaner gasoline.
we've been cleane gas
progress
But when Americans they deserve
3
We're expecting that the Johnston-Wallop bill will reach the
Senate floor in September. We believe the bill, on balance,
defines a very positive role in energy for the Federal
government. It strikes the right balance among energy, the
economy, and the environment. We're hoping for the same
comprehensive approach when the House considers its own
legislation.
We need, Congress to act united T act soon.
The forms legislation is But we can also set in instion
You may be aware that a substantial part of the Strategy can
be set in motion without waiting for legislation. In April, I
right now,
signed an Executive Order on Federal energy management. Since
forfed
then, Admiral Watkins has begun implementing the Strategy, and
has issued rules concerning florescent lighting and cleaning
products. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued
regulations concerning hydropower sites, natural gas pipelines,
and electricity issues; and the IRS has cut red-tape for
investors in utilities and users of public transportation.
Enacting the National Energy Strategy will not be easy. But
our needs for abundant energy, a strong economy and a sound
environment demand that we act. This strategy strikes a delicate
work.
balance between the three, and I believe, it is the most
comprehensive and balanced plan possible.
Each and every American can make a difference in the energy
future of this country. The best part of this only Strategy is that
it draws upon America's greatest national resource -- the
ingenuity of our people With their resourcefulness, we can
Some people act as of Washiston
can impose an + energy stategy on the next
of the county. We
know that
4
ensure that America in the next century will be energy efficient,
environmentally sound, and economically strong.
To each of you, I say keep up the good work. Your support
has been tremendous in this effort, and I hope I can continue to
count on you. Thank you for your time today. God bless the
United States of America.
# # #