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SEPTEMBER 21, 2018 — Today, Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES) formally announced Representative Tom Reed (NY-23) as a 2018 Clean Energy Champion. Representative Reed will be recognized at the CRES Clean Energy Champion Awards Reception during National Clean Energy Week (September 24-28, 2018).
“Representative Tom Reed has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing commonsense, clean energy policies that create jobs for New Yorkers, reduce energy consumption and preserve the quality of our natural environment. Additionally, Representative Reed has proven his dedication to promoting clean energy technology as a member of the House Clean Energy and Innovation Working Group. CRES is proud to announce Representative Reed as a 2018 Clean Energy Champion,” said CRES Managing Director Heather Reams.
“We care about ensuring our children and grandchildren have a fair shot at living in a clean and vibrant environment. We look forward to continuing our work with Members on both sides of the aisle to ensure all sustainable clean energy sources are promoted and would like to thank CRES for their recognition,” said Congressman Tom Reed.
CRES 2018 Clean Energy Champions are Republicans recognized for their steadfast leadership in advancing commonsense clean energy solutions that address our nation’s need for abundant, reliable energy while preserving our environment.
Examples of Representative Tom Reed’s clean energy record include:
- Acted as the lead sponsor of the POWER Act, legislation that would create jobs, reduce energy consumption, and protect the environment.
- Co-sponsored the Roofing Efficiency Jobs Act, a bipartisan bill to promote job creation and save businesses and consumers millions of dollars each year on energy bills.
- Demonstrated a commitment to promoting clean energy technology as a member of the House Clean Energy and Innovation Working Group and promoting good stewardship of our natural environment as a member of the Climate Solutions Caucus.
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Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization founded in 2013 to engage Republican policymakers and the public about commonsense, conservative solutions to address our nation’s need for abundant, reliable energy while preserving our environment.