State of New Jersey Archives: on Energy & Oil
Barbara Buono:
Invest in our solar and renewable energy industries
Governor Christie has repeatedly undermined efforts to grow our clean energy economy. By unilaterally pulling New Jersey out of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative that includes states throughout the Northeast, Christie has held back investment in
our solar and renewable energy industries and could cost New Jerseyans high tech jobs. Barbara will restore New Jersey's leadership in clean energy, attracting solar and wind projects and spurring new hiring.
Source: N.J. Gubernatorial 2013 website, buonoforgovernor.com
Apr 25, 2013
Cory Booker:
Has never taken a public position on a carbon tax
Holt launched his first TV ad and faulted Booker for not supporting a carbon tax or breaking up large banking institutions in the 31-second spot. "Cory Booker may be the frontrunner in this race, but he's not progressive,"
Holt said in the ad running until the election on broadcast in New York and cable in Philadelphia.
A Booker campaign spokesman questioned the ad's validity, saying the mayor has never taken a public position on a carbon tax or breaking up banks. "It's disappointing that Representative Holt would mislead voters about Mayor Booker's record," he said.
Booker launched his fourth ad Monday, with the mayor speaking about what he would bring to the Senate while ignoring the other primary candidates.
Source: Wall Street Journal coverage of 2013 N.J. Senate debate
Aug 5, 2013
Jeff Bell:
End $24 billion in green energy subsidies
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Prioritize green energy"?
A: Oppose. Washington should not be doling out $24 billion in energy subsidies each year.
Source: Email interview for 2014 N.J. Senate race with OnTheIssues
Jul 1, 2014
Joe Pennacchio:
Increase production of traditional domestic energy sources
Pennacchio indicates he supports these principles regarding energy. - Promote increased use of alternative fuel technology.
- Support increased production of traditional domestic energy sources (e.g. coal, natural gas, and oil).
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Use state funds to clean up former industrial and commercial sites that are contaminated, unused, or abandoned.
Source: N.J. Gubernatorial 2007-2008 Political Courage Test
Nov 2, 2007
Phil Murphy:
Rejoin Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
Phil will immediately restore New Jersey's place in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). Governor Christie's decision to pull out not only slowed progress on lowering emissions, but it also cost New Jerseyans tens of millions of dollars that
should have been used to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase energy efficiency, and improve air quality in urban communities.Phil understands that we need to generate clean energy here in New Jersey and not import polluting electricity
from neighboring states while exporting jobs. That is why he will increase the amount of electricity utilities are required to purchase from local wind and solar sources. He will also make sure New Jersey develops its enormous offshore wind
opportunities, which will not only reduce our carbon footprint, but has the potential to create good, new jobs in New Jersey. Phil will also develop a plan for New Jersey to eventually reach 100% carbon-free electricity.
Source: 2017 N.J. gubernatorial campaign website, Murphy4NJ.com
Jun 6, 2017
Robert Menendez:
Past due time to ratify the Kyoto Protocol
Q: What role should the US play in the Kyoto Treaty?KEAN: While our nation needs to address greenhouse gas emissions and global warming, I have reservations about the Kyoto Protocol, particularly because it allows India and China, two of the world's
fastest developing nations as well as the top emitters in greenhouse gasses, to pollute the environment without any penalty. However, I am pleased that our states and cities have begun phased implement of Kyoto targets, including the Regional Greenhouse
Gas Initiative.
MENENDEZ: Global warming is more than a mere "inconvenient truth" and a threat to our environment, economy and lives. It is the issue that will define our generation's success. It's past due for America to finally ratify the Kyoto
Protocol--a starting point for the international community to begin addressing this worldwide problem. Sadly, Kean fails to mention national standards to combat climate change--because Kean holds stock in Big Oil and takes their campaign contributions.
Source: Hall Institute N.J. Senate Virtual Debate (X-ref Kean)
Sep 24, 2006
Thomas Kean Jr.:
Reservations about Kyoto Protocol, but supports it locally
Q: What role should the US play in the Kyoto Treaty?KEAN: While our nation needs to address greenhouse gas emissions and global warming, I have reservations about the Kyoto Protocol, particularly because it allows India and China, two of the world's
fastest developing nations as well as the top emitters in greenhouse gasses, to pollute the environment without any penalty. However, I am pleased that our states and cities have begun phased implement of Kyoto targets, including the Regional Greenhouse
Gas Initiative.
MENENDEZ: Global warming is more than a mere "inconvenient truth" and a threat to our environment, economy and lives. It is the issue that will define our generation's success. It's past due for America to finally ratify the Kyoto
Protocol--a starting point for the international community to begin addressing this worldwide problem. Sadly, Kean fails to mention national standards to combat climate change--because Kean holds stock in Big Oil and takes their campaign contributions.
Source: Hall Institute N.J. Senate Virtual Debate
Sep 24, 2006
Tom MacArthur:
Support Keystone XL & expanded domestic drilling
Tom is concerned about our reliance on potential adversaries for our energy needs and will fight for energy independence, which he believes is both possible and necessary. He opposes a national energy tax like cap-and-trade, but strongly supports
projects like the Keystone XL Pipeline and expanded domestic drilling to ensure long-term energy independence for America--projects that will also create thousands of new jobs.
Tom also backs offshore wind as an important potential source of clean energy for our region and will support the extension of the renewable energy production tax credit so this burgeoning industry can remain competitive with more mature energy sources.
Lastly, Tom also strongly supports efforts towards a responsible transition plan to replace the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station in Lacey Township with another power generation plant.
Source: 2014 N.J. House campaign website, TMac4congress.com
Nov 4, 2014
Phil Murphy:
Primed to be a leader on the East Coast in offshore-wind
We are primed to be a leader on the East Coast in offshore-wind and a national leader in component manufacturing and logistics for the wind industry as a whole. In doing so, we are creating thousands of good, overwhelmingly union jobs up and
down the entire state, especially in places like Gloucester and Salem counties, where the Paulsboro manufacturing facility and the New Jersey Wind Port are taking shape.
Source: 2023 State of the State Address to the N.J. legislature
Jan 10, 2023
Tammy Murphy:
Serves on board of Al Gore's Climate Reality Fund
For decades, Tammy's been a leader in the fight against climate change because she knows that the environment our kids grow up in can be the difference in childhood asthma rates, cancer diagnoses, and so many other things. More than 15 years ago,
Al Gore asked Tammy to partner with him on his work to combat climate change and she still serves on the board of directors of his organization, The Climate Reality Fund.
Source: 2024 N.J. Senate campaign website tammymurphyforsenate.com
Jan 3, 2024
Phil Murphy:
Renewable energy can create a generation of good-paying jobs
Just look at where New Jersey stands when it comes to one of the most promising--and important--sectors of all: renewable energy. We have set one of the most ambitious clean energy goals in the entire country. And it is a goal we remain firmly
committed to: 100% clean energy by 2035. This is not just about doing what is right for our planet. This is also about creating a generation of good-paying jobs in the industries that will--literally--power our future, like offshore wind and solar.
Source: 2024 State of the State Address to the N.J. legislature
Jan 9, 2024
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