WASHINGTON—Building on the National Governors Association (NGA) Chair's Initiative, Securing a Clean Energy Future, governors will discuss the role of traditional domestic energy sources in a clean energy future during the upcoming 2008 NGA Winter Meeting.

The discussions will occur during the NGA Natural Resources Committee meeting on Sunday, Feb. 24 at 2:30 p.m. at the J.W. Marriott hotel in Washington, D.C. The session will focus on policy options that will help fulfill the goals of the initiative while using traditional domestic energy sources.

"The real key to a successful future in the energy sector is sustainability. We need to keep learning how to optimize the use of our resources, become more energy efficient and minimize waste," said West Virginia Gov. Joe Manchin, chair of the committee. "Sustainability is achieved when we incorporate a balance of environmental, economic and energy security goals to maintain a reliable and efficient power sector in our economy."

"Governors are looking for ways to promote clean, secure and affordable energy for our nation's future and many governors have taken strong steps to create innovative energy initiatives in their states," said Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, vice chair of the committee. "This session will allow us to consult with leading experts on policies at both the state and federal level to help craft a comprehensive and multi-faceted clean energy future."

Governors will hear from a panel of leading experts on traditional domestic energy sources. Speakers include:

• Edward Kelly, vice president, North American Gas and Power, Wood MacKenzie Limited
• Jonathan Schrag, founding partner, Hudson Strategic Energy Advisors

Related Link: NGA Natural Resources Committee

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