Washington, D.C. — Rep. Kevin Mullin (CA-15) announced today that he and Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06) will serve as co-chairs of the newly formed Innovation and Technology Task Force within the Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC). The task force will focus on advancing the research, development, and deployment of cutting-edge technologies aimed at addressing the most pressing challenges in our energy system and the environment.
Rep. Mullin and Rep. Salinas will work to create legislation that encourages innovation, including the use of artificial intelligence and clean technologies. Key topics under consideration include strengthening the electrical grid to meet growing demand, improving wildfire response and recovery efforts, and accelerating the development of clean energy technologies through the Department of Energy.
“Our planet’s future depends on our ability to create innovative solutions to climate change,” Rep. Mullin said. “As co-chair of the Innovation and Technology Task Force, I am committed to advocating for new climate solutions. I am looking forward to working with Congresswoman Salinas and my SEEC colleagues to make meaningful change in this space.”
“I am thrilled to be partnering with Congressman Mullin to lead the SEEC Task Force on Innovation and Technology,” Rep. Salinas said. “Extreme weather and natural disasters like wildfires are only getting worse with climate change. Now is the time to lean into innovative solutions that will meet our energy needs of today, while also moving us closer to a cleaner, greener tomorrow. I look forward to bringing my colleagues and our communities to the table to develop and advance smart solutions to these critical issues.”
Expanding access to clean energy will help communities across the country combat the costly impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather and sea level rise.
Rep. Mullin’s leadership on this task force underscores his commitment to finding solutions that address both environmental concerns and energy demands, ultimately working toward a cleaner, more sustainable future for all Americans.
Learn more about the Innovation and Technology Task Force and other SEEC task forces here.
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