Joseph Knollenberg: “Americans are looking for quick answers on the present energy prices and burden that is put on families and farmers.…”

“Americans are looking for quick answers on the present energy prices and burden that is put on families and farmers. Nuclear power can help lead us in the right direction to address this problem. Nuclear power plants provide about one-fifth of America's electricity, and about 30 percent of California's electricity. They also run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and are not affected by inclement weather, such as solar and wind. Besides being able to run efficiently, nuclear power has a strong environmental record. For example, nuclear plants are free of numerous gases such as sulfur dioxide, mercury, carbon emissions, and nitrogen oxide. Mr. Speaker, it is clear that nuclear power is the answer to at least alleviating the current energy crisis. Nuclear power is shown to be a reliable source, which is why the Congress must take the necessary steps to use nuclear power to address the energy shortages, not just in California, but, of course, the rising energy prices across the country.”