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“But we must take other steps, such as increasing conservation, developing an ethanol industry, and increasing CAFE standards if we are to make our country safer by cutting our reliance on foreign oil.” quote by Jim Costa
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“But we must take other steps, such as increasing conservation, developing an ethanol industry, and increasing CAFE standards if we are to make our country safer by cutting our reliance on foreign oil.”

Jim Costa

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Source Speech: Energy policy address, 2022

Diversify energy use through conservation, ethanol, and stricter fuel standards to enhance national security.

In simple terms: Use less oil by saving, biofuels, and stricter standards.

Key Takeaway

Support energy diversification.

Themes

energy security environment policy economy

Mood

optimistic strategic

Type

policy persuasive

When to use this quote

  • transportation
  • industrial use
  • government planning

Key Concepts

conservation biofuel development fuel efficiency standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • What incentives encourage adoption of alternatives?
  • How to balance industry impact?
A Different Perspective

Implementation costs and market resistance may hinder progress.

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