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U.S. Rep. John Hall to Hold Energy Independence Forum Featuring Solar Power
Brings residents, scientists together to discuss reducing fossil fuel dependency through solar power
With electricity prices continuing to rise in New York State, U.S. Representative John Hall (DNY19) is continuing his series of energy independence events by hosting a public information forum spotlighting solar power on Wednesday, August 22nd in Bedford.
"With the growing effects of global warming, it is now more important than ever for us to develop alternative energy sources like solar power," said Hall. "If America is ever going to achieve energy independence, we must invest in new energy sources, including those we can harness right here in the Hudson Valley. By capturing solar power in the U.S. we can move toward energy independence, reduce carbon emissions, and create new jobs in our communities."
Three speakers at Wednesday's forum will discuss the potential of solar energy production in the Hudson Valley and the solar options available to Hudson Valley residents and businesses.
Hall is the only New Yorker to serve as a member of the Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming in the House of Representatives. He has been holding a series of energy independence forums throughout the Hudson Valley, highlighting different forms of alternative energy. Hall's first energy independence forum, "Harvesting Wind Power for the Hudson Valley," was held April 9 in Beacon. A second energy independence forum featuring biofuels was held June 9 in Warwick. He plans to host future events on hydro and geothermal energy sources.
Wednesday's public event will open with a report from Hall on Congressional efforts to promote energy independence and invest in renewable energy, especially solar power. Solar experts will then give presentations on solar power in the Hudson Valley, followed by a question and answer session with the audience. The forum moderator will be Bedford Supervisor Lee Roberts.
The guest speakers will include Patrice Courtney Strong, Coordinator, Mid-Hudson Energy Smart Communities/ New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and Christopher Eachus, Advisor, Newburgh Free Academy's Solar Car Racing Team
The event will take place on Wednesday, August 22, 2007 from 7-8:30pm at theBedford Town Court House, 321 Bedford Road, Bedford Hills.
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