Congressman Evans Op-ed Makes the Case for Colorado to be a National Example of American Energy

In case you missed it…Congressman Gabe Evans is once again making the case for Colorado to be a national example of an all-of-the-above approach to energy. Supporting affordable, reliable, and secure energy is key to making America energy dominant.

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Opinion: Colorado needs a committed all-of-the-above approach to energy. The pieces are in place to be a model nationally

Colorado Sun

May 13, 2025

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This isn't just local pride; it's a national imperative. Even as Colorado innovators are firing on all cylinders, a debate in Washington, D.C., is brewing over the future of American energy. Some want to pick winners and losers, but those of us who have seen Colorado's success story up close know that would be a grave mistake.

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Our Colorado community is proving how a reliable, affordable and secure energy strategy creates prosperity. Recent private sector investments in clean energy and advanced technology manufacturing have reached about $1.1 billion, creating roughly 2,000 jobs in Colorado's 8th congressional district, spanning sections of Adams, Larimer and Weld counties. Companies like Vestas, which makes wind turbines in Brighton, have invested over $1 billion in Colorado, supporting about 1,000 local jobs.

These aren't just numbers - they represent tangible paychecks for Colorado families and revenue for our communities. This dynamic mix of industries is turning our district, CO-08, into a powerhouse of innovation and job creation that other regions are starting to envy.

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To illustrate, Colorado is the fourth largest oil-producing state, accounting for nearly 4% of U.S. crude, and the eighth largest natural gas producer, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Weld County alone accounts for about 83% of Colorado's oil production and over half of the state's gas. We're a traditional energy leader, and we're proud of it.

Simultaneously, nearly 39% of Colorado's electricity generation comes from renewable sources, primarily wind, according to the Energy Information Administration. Just this month, state lawmakers passed a bill reclassifying nuclear energy as "clean" energy, paving the way for next-generation nuclear projects in Colorado.

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Colorado is proof that affordable, reliable and secure energy is not only viable but hugely beneficial. It strengthens our economy, boosts our national security and positions us as a leader in energy innovation and job creation. Now is the time to double down on an all-of-the-above strategy that promotes safe, responsible and cost-effective American energy.

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