August 3, 2007 — The Blue Dogs, a group of 43 conservative and moderate Democrats from around the country, is promoting an energy plan that calls for increased conservation and greater reliance on energy-saving technologies.
Blue Dogs support the promotion of energy efficient light bulbs, high-efficiency vehicles, advanced batteries, home appliances, and energy storage. The coalition believes the federal government should lead the way by moving toward green buildings and energy efficient programs for all federal buildings as soon as possible. Private sector energy efficiency improvements to new and existing buildings — both residential and commercial — should also be encouraged. Fuel economy standards for automobiles and small engines should also result in energy savings.
The group also supports tax incentives for consumers and businesses that are early adopters of energy efficient technologies. For more on the proposal, visit the Blue Dogs Web site.
