Whether it's wind, geothermal, hydrogen fuel cell technology, solar energy, or a yet-to-be-discovered energy technology, Nevada has tremendous potential to help provide for America’s future energy needs.
This week, I spoke in Fallon at the Stillwater Facility's Geothermal Solar Project Dedication. I was joined by Governor Brian Sandoval, Dr. Martin Keller, director of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Senator Dean Heller, and the Honorable Matteo Renzi, Prime Minister of Italy.
Stillwater is the world’s first and only hybrid energy plant to combine geothermal, solar thermal and solar photovoltaic technologies. The facility combines 26 megawatts of photovoltaic solar generating capacity – enough to meet the needs of 15,000 American households – with 33 megawatts of baseload geothermal power, demonstrating how a single power plant can deliver renewable peak and baseload power to American homes, businesses, and entire communities.
An all-of-the-above approach to energy will preserve the beauty of Nevada while maximizing our potential sources of renewable energy. While I do believe that Congress must support the production of more traditional sources of energy, I also agree a 'clean' energy sector stimulates economic growth and reduces our dependency on Middle Eastern sources of oil. I will continue to work toward expanding energy production in Nevada which in turn will create jobs and provide new opportunities for American made energy.
In the Second District
This week was a district work period and I was home to hear from you and other constituents. Here are some of the Nevadans I met with:
Carson City Rotary Club
I recently visited the Carson City Rotary Club to give a Washington update, take questions and discuss local concerns. Thanks for having me!
In Case You Missed It:
Financial services and General Government Subcommittee Hearing
Last week, I questioned Securities and Exchange Commission Chair, Mary Jo White, about the Commission’s pending uniform fiduciary standard and its potential conflicts with the Department of Labor’s proposed fiduciary rule. Click here or on the photo above to listen to my remarks and learn more.
Interview with KOLO 8 News Now
As a third generation Nevadan, I am committed to protecting America’s lands for future generations. Local communities should be able to decide for themselves the best uses for public lands to spur economic growth. Last week, I joined KOLO's Peter Zampa to discuss H.R. 2733, the Nevada Native Nations Land Act, my bill that recently advanced in the House and will place more than 70,000 acres of Nevada public land back into local control. Click here or on the video above to listen to my interview and learn more.
Opportunities for Students
High School Congressional Art Competition
I am excited to announce the commencement of the 2016 Congressional Art Competition. Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in each congressional district of our nation. Students will have the opportunity to submit their original works of art to my Reno or Elko office no later than
Friday, April 22, 2016. To be considered for selection, submissions must be no larger than 28 inches wide by 28 inches tall by 4 inches deep, and must weigh no more than 15 pounds, including the frame. Submissions must also be two-dimensional and may not violate any U.S. copyright laws. All students must be in high school to participate. Click
here for more information.
Serving Nevada
Recently, Tracy Soliday in my Reno Office helped a constituent secure much needed assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). My staff and I work for you, the people of the Nevada's 2nd Congressional District. If you are ever having an issue with a federal agency, please give one of my offices a ring.
For additional information, please visit my website at amodei.house.gov or call my Washington office: (202) 225-6155, Reno office: (775) 686-5760 or Elko office: (775) 777-7705. To receive updates on what I am doing in Washington and in Nevada’s 2nd District follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube.
