Oklahoma Leads the Nation in Alternative Energy Growth, R&D

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Oklahoma is nations leader for energy industry's Alternative Energy growth and technological research and development.
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“Oklahoma is the leader in natural gas exploration with companies like Devon and Chesapeake taking the lead as well as leading in the areas of research and development, and technology advancement,” Stansberry stated.

“Oklahoma is also a leader in the areas of wind energy, biomass, coal bed methane projects, and in many other areas of technological research. The energy industry is alive and well in Oklahoma. We will be the center of energy activity well beyond the 21st century.”

“We are well positioned to be not only America’s leader but the global leader in energy research and technological advancement. The energy industry needs the support of all Oklahomans in this effort to make America less dependent upon foreign oil.”



State Energy Office

If you’ve bought gasoline or paid a utility bill recently, you know how important it is for America to reduce its dependence on foreign oil and develop affordable energy-efficient technologies to run our homes, businesses, schools, and vehicles. The Oklahoma State Energy Office, in conjunction with the Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, is here to do just that. Managed by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, the Oklahoma State Energy Office (SEO) promotes partnerships between citizens and businesses to encourage energy efficiency and turn renewable energies into a viable alternative to fossil fuels.

You can see the momentum building throughout our state: The production of wind energy has rapidly become a thriving business in western Oklahoma – a testament to the positive side of Oklahoma’s windy plains. Construction begins soon on the state’s first biodiesel refinery. The Oklahoma legislature passed bills in the 2005 session that are favorable to the promotion of alternative fuels. And there’s more news every day!

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http://www.okcommerce.gov/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=338&Itemid=424

Lots happening! Construction on biodiesel and ethanol plants are starting now in our state!

[eridani]

1. Cause of that "wind sweeping down the plain," right? n/t