The API has welcomed the call by Gov. Hickenlooper for the withdrawal of anti energy ballot measures in favour of a special commission to consider concerns about oil and natural gas development and the appropriate role for local communities in state energy decision.
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API President and CEO, Jack Gerard said, ‘Colorado has some of the strongest oil and gas regulations in the country, and our industry has a history of working collaboratively with state regulators and local communities to protect the environment while promoting economic growth: to the tune of 200 000 jobs already supported by responsible energy production.
‘Short sighted initiatives that threaten responsible energy production and undermine job creation do a disservice to Coloradans who want a more reasoned discussion. Today’s call could clear the path for a more balanced an inclusive conversation that will preserve Colorado’s leading role in America’s energy revolution, and we look forward to participating in that dialogue.’
Adapted by Claira Lloyd