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grantcart

(53,061 posts)
5. I voted for it
Tue Oct 16, 2018, 02:02 AM
Oct 2018

The only way to bring unit costs down is to force higher use.

Guess what state has the highest level of renewable energy


Iowa.


They hit 40% in 2016 and expect to hit 85% by 2020


It is only by establishing aggressive goals that we can make big steps and if there is a real problem then we can pass another proposition to slow them down but the fact is that when you establish hard incentives the market responds and the reduction in cost per unit becomes dramatic.

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how did you vote on 127? Mosby Oct 2018 #1
I have reservations on 127. saidsimplesimon Oct 2018 #3
I voted Yes on 127 too. nt DesertRat Oct 2018 #8
I voted for it grantcart Oct 2018 #5
Don't overlook the judges PandoraAwakened Oct 2018 #6
For judges, I look for endorsements from places like QLaw or Planned Parenthood LisaM Oct 2018 #2
Thanks, I will add QLaw for next time. saidsimplesimon Oct 2018 #4
Least time-consuming method to determine 'yes'/'no' on judges PandoraAwakened Oct 2018 #7
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