"Relating to renewable energy resource development. "

House Concurrent Resolution 3 follows action taken by the 23rd Alaska Legislature to begin the process of determining a broad understanding of the State of Alaska's future energy needs.

While we continue to rely on oil and gas as our primary energy source, HCR 3 opens the door for renewable energy as a key component of long-term cost effective sources of energy for both urban and rural Alaskan communities. HCR 3 acknowledges that the development of renewable sources of energy is a strong potential source of economic development in the State of Alaska. With the expertise and resources available in the state, Alaska could lead the way in wind, geo, tidal, hydrogen, and biofuels.

HCR 3 encourages Governor Murkowski to join the Legislature by taking action in relation to further the development and production of renewable energy resources.

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