Energy Goals a Moving Target for States

Author:KATE GALBRAITH

Date: 12/4/08

Source: New York Times

Summary:

There is a possibility that there will be mew energy mandates for states involving renewable energy. There is a problem the goals set by some states already are not even close to being met, while there are other states who have met their goals already. This is a problem because it is hard to meet those standards because of land issues and other related problems.

Response: 

This is a tough situation of the states in general. There is a need for renewable energy now and the new laws that may be passed are good way to force the states to go green. The down side it's not that easy. I feel that the states needs to be looked at separately  because some states it's easier for them to go green.  We should try and push for early deadlines, but they can't be unreasonable. They need t0 be realistic or there will be problems for the companies because in some cases there are fines. That is the last thing a company needs right now are fines because they can't go green quick enough.