Rhetoric VS. Reality
Policy-makers are talking a lot about energy and energy policy. What follows are some of the most frequently heard claims and proposals, along with realities that need to be considered when evaluating these claims.
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About Us
Committed to Energy Security
The South Dakota Energy Forum is a growing community of concerned citizens committed to two goals – achieving energy security for our country and holding our elected officials more accountable in shaping energy policies.
We have come together to better educate ourselves about energy issues and to support a balanced approach to increasing American supplies of energy.
We support expanded conservation efforts, development of renewable energy sources and increased domestic exploration of traditional, non-renewable energy sources.
If you believe strongly that we must address the growing challenge of energy security through a non-partisan comprehensive, balanced approach, then the South Dakota Energy Forum is your community.
South Dakota Energy Quick Facts:
South Dakota is well positioned to be among the Nation’s leading producers of ethanol.
South Dakota has high geothermal and wind power potential.
Hydroelectric power supplies about half of the electricity. Coal is next, with natural gas and wind power meeting the remaining demand.
As one of the least-populated states, South Dakota has low energy demand, with about half the homes using natural gas for home heating, and another fifth using electricity for heat.