Energy and the environment – two parts of our daily lives that seem at first glance to be counter to each other. Yet, in Kentucky, we firmly believe these two areas can and should be part of the same discussion. That is why Gov. Steve Beshear brought the two together under the Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC).
In Kentucky’s EEC, we take seriously our role of overseers of how we carefully and thoughtfully address the energy needs of our citizens. Whether from our historic coal operations and seeking ways in which to mine and deliver that mineral more safely and cleanly, or developing stringent regulations that make certain Kentucky’s natural beauty is not harmed, EEC employees continue to work diligently to bring vital services to all Kentuckians.
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report on the oil and gas potential on state- and university-owned land is now available. As directed under the provisions of Senate Joint Resolution 67, the Kentucky Geological Survey compiled data into an inventory and geographic information system analysis that was used to determine the potential for oil and gas resources underlying each tract.
The Tennessee Valley Authority and the Commonwealth of Kentucky are pledging to work together to ensure a clean, reliable and affordable energy supply over the next decade. Kentucky Energy and Environment Secretary Len Peters and Anda Ray, TVA senior vice president of Environment and Research, signed a
Memorandum of Agreement for the two entities.
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Contact Brooke Parker at 502-564-3350 or by e-mail Brooke.Parker@ky.gov
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