Pennsylvanians have a real opportunity to see dramatic new investments in our commonwealth’s energy economy in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed budget, which includes a plan to jumpstart economic growth through the energy sector, following federal commitments of up to $2 billion for clean hydrogen production and industrial decarbonization.
Democrats and Republicans in Harrisburg agree we must maintain Pennsylvania’s long- established claim to the mantle of energy leadership.
With demand for energy outstripping supply, we must act with urgency for Pennsylvania consumers and businesses to develop solutions that allow new energy sources to connect to the power grid. And we must embrace a comprehensive approach to building new energy capacity so that we can ensure our power supply is reliable, clean and affordable.
We urge both parties to come together to chart a better way forward for Pennsylvania’s energy future — one that expands jobs for workers, powers our economy, and strengthens our communities.
At Energy Future PA, we believe in a commonsense suite of energy solutions to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs and bolster reliability of the power grid. We are — as co-chairs from opposite parties — a prime example of how party labels can be set aside for the common goal of securing Pennsylvania’s legacy as a national energy leader.
It is our collective responsibility to make sure that legacy continues and that our energy future is proudly “Made in PA.”
Kate Harper
Lower Gwynedd
Conor Lamb
Mt. Lebanon