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Power Up America Small Business Letter

“I stand with other small businesses in calling on Congress to take bold action to shift us to a new energy economy.” To my members of Congress: I run a small business. I stand with other small businesses and other leaders in our community in calling on Congress to take bold action to shift us to a new energy economy. I am on the front lines of the economic crisis. Small businesses around the country are hurting. It is clear to me that this is the time to make major investments in our future, in the industry that will power our future and create millions of good green jobs to renew our communities and our nation. As an entrepreneur, I know that we’ve got to invest in the clean renewable energy economy. One of the best ways to address the economic challenges we face and solve some of the long-term problems that caused them is to begin the transformation to a new energy economy, with millions of good, green jobs and clean energy powering this country. We cannot afford to wait. We need to invest in energy efficiency programs. Small businesses in particular can benefit from this effort, because we can recover our investment through energy savings in as little as 2-4 years. But many businesses need help with financing and technical assistance programs. We need alternative energy sources to repower America with 100% clean, renewable, American electricity and fight the climate crisis. We need investments in mass transit. Together, these efforts can help create 5 million good, green jobs that can't be outsourced. We can save the economy, reinvigorate local communities, strengthen the middle class, and make America competitive for the 21st century. I urge you to support President Obama's plan for a new energy economy. This year is the time to act, to put America on a new course for a clean energy future and a sound economy. Sincerely, Business name:___________________________________________________________ Your name & title:_________________________________________________________ Business address:__________________________________________________________ City:________________________ State: ______ Zip ____________ Phone ____________ Yes, I’m interested in working with the Power Up America campaign by speaking to Congress or the media, appearing at events, or in other ways. (Check here): ____ [Please attach a few business cards to this letter]

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