Renewable "Community Power" is Gaining Ground to Real Energy Independence

By Beyond Nuclear

Background: A recent Washington Post news article reports that renewable energy development is transforming electricity manufacturing into a reliable, locally-owned and locally-generated, clean energy industry. The story highlights that an investment in renewable solar and wind power, is an investment in "community power" and energy independence. Towns like Rock Port, Missouri are producing 100% of their electricity through wind turbines, while other communities are emphasizing more compact and less obtrusive solar power like California's "Million Solar Roofs."

Our view: Our move beyond dirty, dangerous and expensive nuclear and fossil fuel use is long overdue. Opportunities abound for communities, towns, cities, states and countries to gain energy independence by harvesting from the sun and the wind.

What you can do: We cannot over-emphasize the importance of contacting your House and Senate members at this critical time to demand legislation that prioritizes energy independence through renewable energy, efficiency and conservation. We must throw off the yoke of dirty, dangerous and expensive nuclear and fossil fuel expansion. Contact Congress now (202) 224-3121 and share the Washington Post article.