That is a big winner in the energy game. But a note of caution, conservation alone will not solve this problem. Vice President Dick Cheney is correct in this. New generating capacity is urgent and all of us must demand that the government allow as many different sources of energy as possible to be developed using reasonable rules for the protection of the environment. The supply goes up and the price goes down.
Competition is a wonderful thing, it works.
Finally, always keep in mind that when you ask refineries or utilities to pour billions into their facilities someone has to pay the bill. Open immediately electric generating plants all over this state that are still closed. Waive emission credit requirements, and violations until this crisis is resolved. When more electricity is produced and available, prices will come down. Ease state and federal requirements on an emergency basis for the siting of new electric generating facilities necessary for the state.