Energy
Information regarding my stance on Energy issues.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) today said new power plant emission standards released by the Department of Environmental Protection (EPA) and President Barack Obama would have a devastating effect on the energy industry across Pennsylvania and on local communities. The Clean Power Plan seeks to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 32 percent from 2005 levels by 2030. States will be required to meet specific carbon emission reduction standards, based on their individual energy consumption.
WASHINGTON – Earlier this week, the EIA released their energy outlook which predicts that the U.S. will be a net exporter of natural gas by 2017. Leaders of the Congressional Natural Gas Caucus understand the magnitude of this geopolitical transition and the implications for ensuring American energy security through continued natural gas development and investment.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) issued the following statement after President Obama vetoed S.1, The Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act.