Former US Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham Makes
Urgent Call for Collaboration to Address National Energy Challenges,
Avoid Consequences
Eaton Corporation convened federal, state, and local
leaders at Austin Symposium to highlight ways to conserve and
effectively manage energy resources.
AUSTIN, Texas … The United States faces serious consequences if it
continues current energy consumption without developing alternative
energy sources, new technology and increased efficiency, according to
former U.S. Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham, who served as the
keynote speaker at an energy symposium today in Austin, Texas.
“We face serious energy management challenges on a number of fronts,”
said Secretary Abraham. “We won’t be able to address these challenges
without the kind of collaboration between the public and private sectors
that this conference seeks to achieve.”
The event, the second in a series of nationwide events, was hosted by
Eaton Corporation (NYSE: ETN) as part of its continuing effort to
provide leaders from the public sector and industry with the tools they
need to navigate rapidly evolving needs for improved energy management.
Eaton, which has nearly 400 employees in Texas, and works with local
customers, including Austin Energy, The University of Texas at Austin
and Dell, offers a wide array of energy management products and
solutions in the areas of renewable energy, high- performance green
buildings, hybrid and advanced vehicle technology, and energy
efficiency.
State Senator Kirk Watson delivered closing remarks at the half-day
event, and a deep bench of local and state experts, including State Rep.
Solomon Ortiz, City of Austin Council Member Randi Shade and Brewster
McCracken, executive director of the Pecan Street Project, provided
in-depth and lively commentary on hot topics ranging from hybrid
electric vehicles to green buildings.
"Texas is a global energy leader, and Austin is a leader in energy
conservation and management,” said State Senator Kirk Watson. “Dialogues
like the one Eaton hosted today about managing energy efficiently are
critical for our city, our state and our nation’s future. The
environmental and energy challenges we face will only be solved through
collaborative efforts like this between the public and private sectors.
Working together and aided by the power of technology and innovation, we
will find a way toward a cleaner, more efficient and greener future.”
In addition to providing insights into the prospects of passage of a
comprehensive energy bill, Secretary Abraham also pointed to initiatives
such as Building STAR, supported by Democrats and Republicans in
Congress, a broad coalition of trade associations, labor groups,
environmental organizations, and businesses including Eaton, which would
help decrease carbon emissions, increase energy efficiency and create
jobs.
“Energy is not a Republican or Democratic issue,” said Secretary
Abraham. “It’s an American issue. We have to set aside our differences
and work collaboratively toward a greener, cleaner and more energy
efficient future. Companies like Eaton are leading the way, moving the
United States from discussion into action when it comes to better
managing, developing and conserving our precious energy resources.”
Thomas S. Gross, vice chairman and chief operating officer, Electrical
Sector, welcomed the audience, saying, “The concept of sustainability is
now at the tipping point. No longer do the public sector and industry
view green initiatives as simply the right thing to do. Given growing
budgetary pressures and an emphasis on increased efficiency,
sustainability makes good economic sense. Central Texas and Austin are
helping to lead the way in sustainability and energy efficiency, and
Eaton is proud to be a part of this effort.”
Eaton will host the third in its series of energy events in Chicago
on June 7, 2010. More information can be found at
www.energyevolution2010.com.
About Eaton Corporation
Eaton Corporation is a diversified power management company with 2009
sales of $11.9 billion. Eaton is a global technology leader in
electrical components and systems for power quality, distribution and
control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and
mobile equipment; aerospace fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for
commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and
powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has
approximately 70,000 employees and sells products to customers in more
than 150 countries. For more information, visit
www.eaton.com .
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