Reps. Lofgren and Wamp Introduce Green Tech Demonstration Bill
Bill Would Promote the use of Innovative Technologies in Reducing Energy Consumption
Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) and Zach Wamp (R- TN) today introduced legislation to authorize the House of Representatives to carry out a series of demonstration projects that would promote the use of new and innovative technology to reducing energy consumption, promote energy efficiency, and trim costs in House operations. The bill authorizes five million dollars in FY 2009 and 2010 for these projects and requires that the Chief Administrative Officer of the House submit a report detailing the projects and its results.
“This legislation will help the House of Representatives review and test new technologies that could significantly reduce its impact on the environment, “noted Rep. Zoe Lofgren. “While the scope of the bill is limited, it will help the House determine which technologies are best suited to its need. The pilot projects that this legislation will authorize, will be vital as the House moves forward on its green initiatives.”
“This legislation will allow the House of Representatives to be a model in using cutting-edge technology for clean energy,” said Rep. Wamp, co-chair of the House Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucus. “Alternative sources, like the solid-oxide fuel cell that is being successfully demonstrated in the Tennessee Valley Corridor, should play a key role in the energy efficiency of the Capitol complex. I’m for an all-of-the-above approach to leading the world on energy solutions.”
Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren is serving her seventh term in Congress representing most of the City of San Jose and Santa Clara County. She serves as Chair of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. She also Chairs the House Administration Subcommittee on Elections and serves on the House Homeland Security Committee. Congresswoman Lofgren is Chair of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation consisting of 34 Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives from California.
