"There were literally hundreds of thousands of acres in patchwork squares owned by the Catellus Corporation."
"I would like to commend Senator Feinstein for, particularly her statement this morning about adding a new solar energy study zone for the west Mojave area."
"The bill would also facilitate renewable development on suitable lands."
"We tried to achieve a careful balance between conserving the desert's pristine heritage, while creating an efficient process for renewable energy development."
"The department is committed to working closely with Senator Feinstein, this committee, and the Congress on addressing the renewable energy national priority."
"You have heard testimony from some who say that the protection of these lands will significantly harm the prospects for renewable energy development in the California desert. Our review of the bill in..."
"This bill represents a significant and laudable effort to preserve the environment and promote the development of renewable energy while at the same time protecting the ability of the U.S. military to..."
"we appreciate and support Senator Feinstein's acknowledgment that mitigation efforts and funding are essential to a comprehensive and robust renewable energy program."
"We appreciate Senator Feinstein's commitment to both protect conservation land and promote responsible yet rapid generation of renewable energy on appropriate lands."
"Sierra Club commends Senator Feinstein for her dedication to protecting the California desert."
"The Department is committed to working closely with Senator Feinstein, the Committee and the Congress on addressing the renewable energy national priority."