Dear Missouri Members of Congress:
We recognize that economic development and energy policy are inextricably linked. That is why we urge Congress to pass a comprehensive climate and energy package that will spur technological innovation, create new jobs, maintain economic competitiveness, and keep energy prices affordable – all while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We believe that a market-based, economy-wide cap-and-trade system like the one currently being considered by Congress is critical to helping the United States achieve its environmental goals while continuing to grow its economy.
A comprehensive energy policy like the one passed by the House will create a clear signal that encourages entrepreneurs to invest in cleaner, energy-efficient technologies and industries. It will also work to keep our energy bills low by incentivizing energy efficiency. By helping our businesses to weatherize, replace high-energy appliance, and adopt other energy-saving practices, the legislation will not only help save us money as consumers, it will also create new markets for the dozens of small Missouri businesses who provide the needed materials and services. The proposed energy legislation will also provide protection against the dramatic energy price spikes we have experienced over the last several years, allowing us to plan a budget knowing power rates will remain stable.
Given the current economic climate in Missouri, we cannot afford to delay action on legislation that promises to expand markets for local businesses and stabilize energy costs. And given the current crisis facing the Earth’s climate, we cannot afford to delay legislation addressing greenhouse gas emissions. Failure to pass an emissions reduction plan now will only result in the need to create an even steeper reduction schedule in the near future, causing spikes in energy costs and disruption of our communities that could not be offset to a manageable level. By passing the legislation now, we will be able to avoid the debilitating costs of procrastination.
It is clear that bold action on climate and energy policy is a pressing need for our community. We have the opportunity to turn in a new direction and achieve a new economic and energy future. Thank you to Congressmen Carnahan, Clay, Cleaver, and Skelton for your leadership on this vitally important issue. We urge our senators to follow their example and to take the lead on a strong, comprehensive energy package that addresses the needs of our businesses and community.
Sincerely,
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