Titus Celebrates The 40th Annual Earth Day

Statement

Congresswoman Dina Titus of Nevada's Third District released the following statement today in recognition of the 40th annual Earth Day.

"As we celebrate 40 years of Earth Day we do so at a critical time for our environment and our economy. While we work to pull our nation out of the deepest recession in a generation and preserve the air we breathe and the water we drink, renewable energy provides the promise of both a cleaner world and a stronger economy.

"As one of the sunniest states in the country, Nevada has the potential to be the leader in a new clean energy economy that will create jobs, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, and improve our environment. That is why I have supported efforts to invest in the technology that will expand use of our renewable resources, such as solar, wind, and geothermal. For example, the Recovery Act Congress passed last year has provided Nevada with:

* $23.5 million for energy efficiency projects and conservation grants;
* $72 million for weatherization funding;
* $2.5 million for rebates on ENERGY STAR appliances; and
* $138 million for smart grid technologies.

"The U.S. has always been a global leader when it comes to innovation. As we celebrate Earth Day, now is the time to recommit to the creation of technologies that will power our economy and propel us forward as the world leader in clean energy."

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