"U.S. global leadership here is sorely needed. Exporting clean power and clean power technologies will do more to drive down global CO2 emissions than some arbitrary cap that countries fail to meet."
"The report noted that nuclear and hydropower 'form the backbone of low-carbon electricity generation,' responsible for three-quarters of the global low-carbon generation and the reduction of over sixt..."
"Germany demonstrates this very problem. As it chose to shut down its nuclear industry, it has doubled down on expanding renewables like solar and wind."
"So, I think the answer is obvious about the importance of nuclear energy."
"Our nuclear energy exports boost our national security priorities."
"Let me welcome the panel today, which I am pleased to see represent several important perspectives."
"at least the administration has put forward a budget each year. That is better than this majority has done that didn't even do a budget last year."
"we also want those decisions based on science and scientific evidence and fact."
"EPA has developed a strong record of success over the 50 years it has been in operation."
"we know more work needs to be done and we look forward to hearing about EPA's progress in this area."
"I am pleased to see the Administrator is continuing to emphasize the Portland Harbor cleanup."
"It should be clear that environmental progress should not be an impediment to economic growth."