Energy Security
Live Free or Die.
In New Hampshire, that statement is more than just a state nickname -- it's a way of life. So it's no surprise that an increasing number of New Hampshire citizens are looking for solutions to help America declare its energy independence.
This independence is exactly what’s needed if we are to halt our increased reliance on foreign energy sources -- a reliance that is a threat to our energy security and national security.
An important part of this independence is building a diverse supply of new energy sources, which is why the oil and gas industry is making major investments in alternative energy sources. But those energy sources alone aren't enough to meet America’s rising energy demands.
The state of New Hampshire alone is responsible for consuming more than 31 million barrels of oil per year.
Further, the U.S. Energy Information Administration estimates that we will need an expansion of about 24.5 million barrels of oil per day just to keep up with global economic growth. Natural gas demand is also expected to increase by 45 percent between now and 2035.
Unfortunately, right now we’re relying more and more on acquiring our oil from foreign partners -- many of whom don’t share America’s national interests.
We can continue to import this energy from abroad -- or we can tap our resources here at home. We have enough North American oil and natural gas resources to power 65 million cars for 60 years and heat 60 million households for 160 years.
Others readers also read:
- Energizing America: Facts for Addressing Energy Policy
- The State of American Energy Report
- ICF International: Strengthening Our Economy: The Untapped U.S. Oil and Gas Resources
