Support Safe Offshore Development

A very interesting post from www.consumerenergyalliance.org about safe offshore drilling. This follows this post about Louisiana's new law against Sharia (like Arizona's immigration law?) and this previous article about the recent news about offshore drilling to encourage American energy independence This is a key issue to prevent money from going to hostile countries such as Iran and Venezuela. For more posts like this click here.



Support Safe Offshore Development!
Comment period ends May 3.
Tell Washington to Find Cause, Fix It and Move Forward!!
The tragic incident in the Gulf of Mexico and its unfolding aftermath has brought the subject of American offshore energy development and safety into the minds of many across the nation. Beyond the immediate response, the priority is to Find Out What Happened, apply that information to Fix It and Ensure it Never Happens Again; and Move Forward to ensure economic growth, jobs & stable energy prices.
Even as we deal with this terrible accident and its effects, it is vital that we keep the long-term energy needs of the United States in thoughtful focus and that Americans show their support for continuing to move forward with prudent and responsible offshore exploration and production, which will stimulate the economy, create more jobs and aid in stabilizing energy prices. This country simply can't afford a return to $4.50 gasoline!
Right now, the federal government is seeking comments from the public about U.S. offshore energy development. The public comment period closes on Monday.
The incident that took place last week is a tragedy that needs to be - and will be - addressed by both the government and industry. We need to make sure that every step possible is taken to prevent accidents like this from ever happening again. However, it is imperative that we not react to this incident by withdrawing our support for a balanced, rational energy policy that includes offshore energy production, along with wind, solar, hydro, nuclear and other energy sources.
Hundreds of thousands of jobs, as well as the economic livelihood of this nation are directly tied to offshore oil and gas development. We need more oil & gas development, not less...but we MUST access these resources safely and effectively. Offshore development is a vital part of our energy future.
As President Obama told the nation - offshore oil & gas must be part of a balanced, sensible energy policy. In addition, the President has ordered that a Safety Review of all offshore rigs take place in reaction to the recent oil spill. CEA fully supports this effort to continually improve and monitor safety as American energy resources are developed.
Make you voice heard. Submit a comment today about the need for safe & responsible offshore energy development!
CLICK HERE AND SEND A LETTER TO Washington NOW!