STRATEGY 2.1.2: Renewable Energy

Develop renewable energy potential.

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A key component of securing America's energy future is the responsible development of renewable energy on public lands, tribal lands, and the OCS. The Department is facilitating environmentally appropriate renewable energy projects involving solar, wind and wave, geothermal, biofuels, and hydropower energy sources. Development of these resources and effective transmission networks will help reduce the Nation's dependence on foreign oil, reduce the use of fossil fuels, and promote jobs here in America. Reclamation's water projects also create opportunities for energy production. Reclamation is the Nation's second largest producer of hydroelectric power, generating 40 billion kilowatt hours from 58 power plants.

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