State Senator Joseph J. Crisco, Jr.
May 5, 2008
Crisco Hails Senate Approval of Global Warming Bill
"This is important environmental legislation for the future of Connecticut and the rest of the nation," said Senator Joseph Crisco (D-Woodbridge), as the Senate joined the House of Representatives in giving final approval of a global warming bill that sets new guidelines to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The bill mandates reductions in state greenhouse gas emissions and makes changes designed to help the state achieve these reductions. It revises the goals set by legislation approved by the General Assembly in 2004. Connecticut will be requires to reduce the emissions at least 10 percent below 1990 levels by January 1, 2020 and at least 80 percent below 2001 levels by January 1, 2050.
Certain state agencies will also be required to identify activities and facility improvements to meet state energy saving goals and adopt policies to meet the emission limits. The Department of Transportation must also continue to investigate, within available appropriations, the potential for improve the transportation system to reduce emissions.
"It is easy to ignore such a crucial issue as global warming, but if you have watched some of the television documentaries about what has been happening on the North Pole and South Pole and the complete elimination of breeds of penguins, you would have to be extremely concerned about the impact of global warming," said Senator Crisco. "I believe this is one of the most responsible pieces of legislation we can address this year."
"This bill will make it possible for Connecticut to do its share to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help save the environment," said Senator Crisco. "I also supported this bill because it also includes an evaluation of potential economic and environmental benefits by coming up with strategies to reduce emissions."
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