But we've still got a long way to go. Nevertheless, we have to plan to meet greater demands for power from commercial growth and expanding computer networks. To do it, we'll need new resources. Our first priority is energy efficiency. We've led the nation in conservation for over a decade, but we can do more.
Conservation is the cleanest and most cost-effective option.
It also improves the performance of our businesses, the efficiency of our industries and the comfort of our homes. We're committed to doubling our already aggressive conservation efforts. But this alone won't be enough to keep the lights on. Our next priority is to develop renewable resources such as wind, geothermal and solar power. Methane gas from landfills can produce power without increasing greenhouse gas emissions, and there may be some potential for small hydropower projects that do not harm fish or wildlife.