Kansas plan aims to spur green jobs and renewables
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius to seek a bundle of energy measures to boost renewable energy and efficiency, mandating 20 percent of electricity from renewables by 2020, with net metering, incentives for wind turbine manufacturing, and stricter efficiency standards. Critics cite Sunflower Electric coal plants blocked by the administration as missing base load needs.
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Sebelius unveils energy policy amid coal clash in Kansas
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius proposes a broad energy plan aimed at expanding renewable sources to 20 percent of Kansas power by 2020, with net metering and building efficiency rules. She keeps opposition stance on coal plants in Holcomb, noting national carbon rules and Kansas high coal reliance. Senate President Morris counters, pushing for coal plants and a state energy plan including similar provisions.
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