# The voices of a new clean energy future - June 22, 2010

*Published:* 2010-06-22
*Author:* Rebecca Rasch

*IdahoStateman.com* – [“Staying competitive in the clean energy race”](http://www.idahostatesman.com/2010/06/21/1239417/staying-competitive-in-the-clean.html "http://www.idahostatesman.com/2010/06/21/1239417/staying-competitive-in-the-clean.html")

By Phyllis Cuttino, director PEW Environment Group’s climate and energy programs

> “Our research found that nations like China and Germany – that have adopted national renewable energy standards, carbon reduction targets and financial incentives for investment and production-tend to be leaders in the clean energy economy. Those with weaker policy frameworks, including the United States, lag behind.”

> “As President Obama seeks ways to facilitate global economic growth at Toronto’s G-20 summit he also should also reflect on how to further stimulate the growth of our own clean energy economy at home. This includes finding a way to bring together leaders in Congress to develop a comprehensive climate and energy policy.”

*National Journal* – [“Making Polluters Pay”](http://energy.nationaljournal.com/2010/06/what-fits-the-bill.php#1595916 "http://energy.nationaljournal.com/2010/06/what-fits-the-bill.php#1595916")

By Maggie L. Fox, President and CEO of Alliance for Climate Protection

> “Without a cap on carbon emissions, we’ll do little to reduce pollution and create only a small fraction of the 1.9 million jobs expected under a comprehensive bill. We need to give American businesses the confidence that support for clean energy is here to stay.”

> “Now is not the time for small steps. We have the technology and know-how we need to make the transition to a clean energy future. There will never be a better time for our leaders to pass comprehensive climate and clean energy legislation.”