Right now too much American time and resources are spent dealing with situations caused by our dependence on oil that we import from unstable countries.

Hydrogen holds great promise to meet many of our future energy needs, and it addresses national security and our environmental concerns. Hydrogen is the simplest, most abundant element in the universe.

Yet, despite our many advances, our environment is still threatened by a range of problems, including global climate change, energy dependence on unsustainable fossil fuels, and loss of biodiversity.

The hydrogen powered car, with its high fuel mileage and zero emission rate, is just one example of the products under development that will help increase our energy independence.

The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is a unique and biologically special place that should be preserved.

Drilling in ANWR fails to lower energy prices today and sets no long term energy strategy for tomorrow.

People aren't just paying more to fill their gas tanks or when they pay for their heating bills for their home; they are paying more at the grocery store, on air travel and for many other daily expenses.