State of the Union preview: energy, ethanol, carbon cap?
We've been thinking about President Bush's State of the Union speech for a while now (will he or won't he make an "historic shift" on global warming?), and tomorrow evening we can finally hear it straight from the horse's mouth. Heh heh. Horse's mouth.
With the speech so close, we're hearing more about what Bush will say. Here's another alternative energy rumor/preview making the rounds: NPR is saying that an increase in ethanol production and use might be on the agenda. My take: very likely. The same story also interviews people (not in the administration) who are calling for a mandatory carbon cap and trading system. The White House has resisted this in the past, and I don't see why they'd change their minds now. I also expect to hear more about the hydrogen economy, if only because that's something we're used to from this president. Please add your yays or nays in the comments.
Remember, Bush talking about energy independence is not a new topic for a SOTU address. Think Progress reminds us that we've heard this ever since he took office in 2001. Just FYI.
Also, if actually listening to the President is difficult for you like it is for so many, then check back Wednesday to see what was said about alternative energy and how we power our cars. Then, check back in 2008 for the next round.
Related:
- What I want to hear from Bush in the State of the Union speech RE: energy
- There will be no "historic shift" in the State of the Union speech from President Bush
- Will Bush make an "historic shift" on global warming during State of the Union speech?
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Cal 7:34AM (1/23/2007)
I think we might have reached the point where government action isn't needed to bring on carbon / pollution reducing high efficiency cars. Tech guys like me want next gen electric cars just because they are cool. Environmentally conscience want them for the environment. Anti-War people want high efficency cars to help end the oil economy because they believe that is the source of the war. Pro-War (there must be a better way to describe people who think the war is necessary) people think ending the oil economy will strengthen our position, and remove a source of income for enemies.
With so many reasons to want environmentally friendly cars we might not need government intervention. As consumers we demand it, and companies will deliver. We just need an awesome new car to rally behind.
So I won't be watching what the President says for indications to the future of green autos.
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evstudy 8:47PM (1/22/2007)
I wrote a paper on the electric vehicle's impact on CO2 emissions and am interested in your thoughts.
http://home.comcast.net/~evstudy/CO2.htm
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1985 Gripen 10:51PM (1/22/2007)
evstudy, that was a very interesting and well presented paper. Thanks. Only suggestion I'd have is if you could change to a more legible font it'd be great! :-)
I can't wait until you can compare Tesla's sedan in a few years. Now that's a vehicle I MIGHT be able to afford!
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DB 10:50PM (1/23/2007)
ah yes. ethanol- the red herring.
I hope he addresses something that makes sense instead. The govt is better off staying out of the alt energy arena.
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