“A dramatic increase in renewable energy in California will allow us to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase energy independence, create
more green collar jobs and also protect us from volatile fossil fuel
prices. The Solar and Clean Energy Act (SACE) will help us achieve the
sustainable future we all want.”
-Tam Hunt,
Energy Program Director and Attorney for the Community Environmental Council of Santa Barbara
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“The Solar and Clean Energy Act of 2008 will help California achieve a solar energy future that is long overdue and that is the best way to rebuild our state's health and prosperity.”
-Fred Branfman, Author, SolarCal Initiative
“The Solar and Clean Energy Act is an historic and bold step forward that
individual Californians can take now to fight global warming and end our dependence on foreign oil. As a father and a grandfather, I want future generations to say that we did something bold and visionary in 2008 to save the planet and make our country secure again.”
-Neil Eisenberg, Chairman of the Board, The Oceanic Society*
*(Title for identification purposes only.)
“I support the Solar and Clean Energy Act of 2008. California’s Central Coast has a long and rich history of fiercely protecting the environment and implementing visionary environmental policies that have been duplicated throughout the state and the nation. As a Santa Barbara City Councilmember and an active member of the environmental community in Southern California, I deeply believe the policies of the Solar and Clean Energy Act will help California make major strides in the fight against global warming and climate change and reduce our state’s dependence on dirty energy generated by coal, oil and natural gas.”
-Das Williams, Councilmember, City of Santa Barbara,
“This initiative is all about smart energy policy, and our commitment to fight global warming and improve the health of all Californians, particularly our state’s children. As a state senator , I worked to bring environmentalists, utilities, and consumers together on realistic solutions to provide efficient, low cost, and environmental friendly alternatives to dirty electricity like coal. The Solar and Clean Energy Act of 2008 initiative will put people first, provide a real solution to the global warming crisis, and protect communities which have suffered because of the high pollution generated by dirty energy production.”
-Senator Martha Escutia – Former Chair Senate Committee on Utilities, Energy and Communications
"We have no choice but to get most of our energy from renewable energy. The sooner we do it the more orderly the transition will be."
-Dr. Yogi Goswami, Past President, International Solar Energy Society
"Just about every decision each of us makes is linked to the future of our precious planet earth. This November, we Californians will have a profound opportunity to impact the destiny of our planet, as well as the health and lifestyles of generations to come. By supporting the Solar and Clean Energy Act of 2008, we can each and altogether take one huge step forward toward saving our planet and creating a sustainable future for us all. Having proudly represented the heart of Silicon Valley in the California Legislature for 38 years, I know that when we match the genius of our people with our will and our courage to do good, we create unlimited opportunity to remake our world. Now we need to apply that same moral vision and personal courage. Please join me in supporting the Solar and Clean Energy Act of 2008."
-Senator John Vasconcellos (ret.) former chair of the Senate Public Safety Committee
