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Press Release: February 24, 2008

Where is Bob Hagan on Renewable Energy and Jobs?

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Independent Green Candidate for State Representative Dennis Spisak questions why current State Representative Bob Hagan has no stance, position, or remarks on two recent state government plans to promote renewable energy programs and create Ohio jobs.

"Within the past three weeks bi-partisan announcements have been made in Columbus regarding the promotion of renewable energy programs and Bob Hagan has failed to make public comment on where he stands regarding such projects," said Spisak.

"Again we are seeing Ohio elected leaders taking the lead on renewable energy programs and jobs for Ohio." said Spisak. "Where is Bob Hagan's voice? Since he has no opposition next week, Bob Hagan will remain silent on these and other issues. If he has no opposition in the fall, Bob Hagan will remain silent forever. That is why we need an independent candidate on the ballot in November so Bob Hagan will have to speak." said Spisak.

On February 9th, Ohio Governor Ted Strickland and Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher announce the Ohio Wind Production and Manufacturing Incentive, making $5 million in grants available to help spur the production of wind energy in Ohio. The Ohio Wind Production and Manufacturing Incentive will grant money to help individuals or businesses that are working to install renewable wind energy projects in Ohio. The Wind Incentive is made possible through the recent changes in the Advanced Energy Fund led by Representative Joseph Uecker (R- House District 66) in H.B. 251. 

"This is a great opportunity for promoting and improving wind energy resources here in Ohio.," said Spisak. "This program can attract new renewable energy programs and jobs to the 60th district."
The second major renewable energy announcement came last week when Ohio House Speaker Jon Husted (R) announced new and improved standards for renewable energy and energy efficiency, including strong enforcement and benchmarks to ensure success. Key improvements include the development of the Ohio Renewable Energy Authority which will identify and expand job opportunities in renewable energy businesses located in Ohio and direct the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to annually track and enforce the renewable energy and efficiency standards.

"I believe it's time we elect an independent candidate to the state house who believes in renewable energy programs and jobs for the 60th district." said Spisak.