Building Star energy efficiency measures would result in greenhouse gas reductions, as Senator Merkley pointed out, the equivalent of taking about 4 million cars off the road.
On the recordMarch 10, 2010
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Merkley emphasizes the environmental impact of the Building Star program.
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