Political Quotes

“H.R. 3903 authorizes a conditional land exchange between the State of Alaska and the United States. The purpose of the exchange is to enable the construction and operation of a small, 800 kilowatt hydroelectric project for the community of Gustavus, which is located in Southeast Alaska on the edge of Glacier Bay National Park. If feasible, the project would also provide low-cost, clean power to the National Park Service. The need from the bill arises from Gustavus's reliance on diesel generation for its power, which presents air emission considerations, high energy costs, and risks of fuel spills during shipment. To avoid the drawbacks of using diesel fuel, Gustavus Electric Company studied alternative power sources. Hydroelectricity generating at a nearby area called Falls Creek was identified as the city's best option. I believe it also makes sense for the National Park Service, too, because the agency relies on a separate set of diesel generations there.”