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The truth about high energy prices in 2022

Defying reality, NH Democrats are trying to divert the blame for escalating energy costs away from the true guilty party. Federal Democratic legislators and President Biden are the real cause of the fuel shortages that continue to drive up the cost of heating your home, driving your car, and escaping darkness. The equation is simple:…

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Net Metering Misdirection

Solar company executive Dan Weeks gave some bogus advice to the non-profit he spoke of in his August 21 NH Business Review Opinion piece. He advised the company to forgo the “cost savings and environmental benefits” of a bigger solar array on their building. He wants them to run their AC more instead of having…

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Off and Running in 2022!

On June 3, 2022 I filed to run for a 5th term as State Representative from Epping, Rockingham District 5 and to stand for office alongside Rep. Cody Belanger. I sincerely value the trust and faith that Epping residents have shown for my efforts over the years. I pledge to continue to work to bring common…

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Thank You, Epping!

My wife Denise and I are deeply grateful to Epping voters for your support in the October 8th special election. To earn your trust and confidence gratifies us both, and validates the years of hard work we’ve performed in service to our community. I am also grateful for the support of Gov. Chris Sununu. Winning…

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CO2 Catch-22

Some environmentalists want to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by replacing fossil fuels with wind and solar energy generation. But building wind turbines, solar panels, and batteries requires tons of raw materials acquired mostly via mining. In a recent article in an Australian newspaper, a survey of mining company CEOs revealed that in addition to reducing…

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Biomass: New Business Model Needed

On September 18, the House sustained the Governor’s veto of a bill that would provide additional subsidies to keep several wood-burning power plants afloat. Last year, a Senate bill that did the same thing did pass despite the Governor’s veto. That bill had several flaws including one I wrote about in a Minority report in…

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Wind Turbines the Culprit?

According to this article from the BBC, wind turbines that leak a gas called SF6 may be contributing to climate change. Electrical equipment uses SF6 as an inert insulator, and some claim that it is a potent, heat-trapping greenhouse gas. Fortunately, most recent temperature data has shown a decrease and a slowing in global thermal readings…

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Plan Emerging for Epping Water & Sewer

Recently, I dropped off a letter in support of Epping’s application for grant money to upgrade our water treatment plant and extend our water line. While at the sewage treatment facility, I found out that Epping is on pace to make $1 million this year processing septic waste. That money will help to fund some…

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Getting Re-Connected

Not that long ago, the U.S. had communities where softball leagues, bridge clubs, volleyball leagues, churches, model railroad clubs, bowling leagues and dozens of other civic and fraternal organizations flourished. These organizations allowed people to spend time together discussing their daily lives and the events and situations they cared about. People loved the time they…