One of the dynamics here that we should acknowledge is that there may be and this is an overused term these days, but it's effective term and there may be game changers.

CCS will be critical to helping us continue to use our vast domestic sources of coal while also working to address rising greenhouse gas emissions.

we have to throw the kitchen sink at this.

We do not know currently what the best technology is. But we do know that if we don't get this one, the environmental risk is incredible.

Green is the new red, white and blue.

What that means is--think of this as a common goal, that all countries around the world can really align themselves with and collaborate.

I think we may be coming to the end of the hearing. But if I might I'd like to direct some additional questions to the panel for the record on coal to liquid technology.

I also assume that there's even more work in regards to the outreach to the private sector to the VC leaders.

There's a realization internationally how important that is.

Energy R&D is the future of our energy industry, but is also critical to our national security, our environment, and our economy.

there's no silver bullet. Maybe there's a lot of silver buckshot.

I believe that if we have the right partnership of government, NGO's and businesses, we can promote and embrace current energy efficient technology.

We are not there quite yet. There is much more to accomplish regarding smart grid technology as well as the regulations and policies that govern how energy information is available to consumers.

Smart grid technology will play a critical role in making all Americans smarter and better informed about how we use our energy.

Today's hearing will help us explore what else the federal government can do to promote energy efficiency in buildings.

Energy efficiency improvements can provide a combination of direct consumer benefits that will persist for many years.

Addressing our energy needs in a responsible and sustainable way is necessary for our national security, our economy and our environment.

Homes and other buildings are prime targets for improving efficiency--they account for 70 percent of our electricity use.

The most affordable kilowatt of energy is the one that is not used.

The volatility and uncertainty of these distressed economic times have left people fearful of losing their jobs, their homes and their life savings.

I look forward to bridging the divide and working with the members of the Committee on both sides of the aisle to address policies that will improve the lives of older Americans.

Due to these financial constraints, they are faced with tough choices, such as delaying retirement.

We must work together to find solutions that will benefit our aging population.

An RES is important for so many reasons. As demand for energy continues to grow in this country, we need to make sure that we continue to have affordable and reliable supplies.

The best way to decrease our vulnerability and dependence on foreign energy sources is to diversify our energy portfolio.