Blog 24# Energy and Health


Renewable Energy is critical to the health of our planet. How we continue to be swept up in the current of disbelief surrounding climate change and use of non-renewable energy sources boggles my mind.
I was encouraged by the readings on how the U.S. has goals for reaching certain levels of renewable resources. I just hope this is not yet another cloud..
Choosing solar, wind, biomass, efficiency standards remains a privilege in this country. We need to recognize that not all people get the opportunity to choose their source of power. The cost remains high and is limited to those who own their own homes. Living in a LEED or other certified green home is also not a choice for the masses. New properties are beginning to adopt these standards more readily- but the technology, the efficiency exists and we should be promoting this further through government subsidy. In California we have more ability to do this- but many states do not. This local CA fact sheets provides great information on what is the future for Californians. Under governor Brown we signed a bill into law that says we will have 100% renewable energy sources in place by 2045.

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  1. Angie RenteriaMay 2, 2019 at 8:50 PM

    Renewable energy sounds and is a good thing, however, it is truly unaffordable for the masses. I always am surprised by how much the words get bounced around especially during the elections; But then...no action only empty promises. We need to hold our legislators accountable .

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