Delaware is adopting leading-edge interconnection policies that allow small renewable resources to connect to the grid without requiring redundant and restrictive review.
Integrating more clean energy into the grid puts more people to work,
supports capital investment, and promotes a healthier environment. Through strong bipartisan support, Delaware has demonstrated repeatedly that we can strengthen our economy and improve our environment at the same time.
Petroleum refinery reopening is a stride in jobs and economy
The reopening of the Delaware City petroleum refinery is the culmination of two years of teamwork. Now, hundreds will report to work here each day, better able to support their families and their neighborhood businesses.
The Delaware City refinery is a high-conversion heavy crude oil refinery with a processing capacity of 190,000 barrels per day. The refinery's production is sold in the U.S. Northeast via pipeline, barge, and truck distribution.
Source: 2011 gubernatorial press release, "Delaware City Refinery"
, Oct 7, 2011
Fossil fuels contribute to harmful greenhouse gases
Our heavy reliance on fossil fuels puts Delaware at a competitive and environmental disadvantage. The combustion of fossil fuels, both to drive our vehicles and to generate electricity in power plants, also is a leading contributor of harmful greenhouse
gas emissions that are helping to produce global warming and climate change. The state needs to:
Offer energy efficiency tax incentives that reward investments in energy efficiency by consumers or businesses.
Expand low-income home weatherization
funding.
Offer green building tax credits to companies that incorporate renewable energy sources, like windpower, into their design features.
Lead by example. Delaware state government should examine the portfolio of state buildings and real estate
and use them to demonstrate how renewable energy can be integrated into those facilities.
Encourage investment in alternative energy sources from trustees of large pension funds and managers of investment portfolios.
Source: Campaign website, www.markell.org, “Issues”
, Nov 4, 2008
