U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Public Affairs

News Media Contact(s):
Jennifer Scoggins, (202) 586-4940		 For Immediate Release
June 24, 2008
 
Department of Energy Official to Participate in Launch of Freedom Prize Competition
 
WASHINGTON - On Thursday, June 26, 2008, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Alexander (Andy) Karsner will participate in a press conference to discuss the launch of the Freedom Prize, a competition dedicated to promoting America’s national security and economic prosperity through reduced dependence on foreign oil.

The Bush Administration is committed to enhancing our nation’s energy and economic security through the research, development and deployment of clean, cutting-edge technologies.  DOE is partnering with the private sector to diversify our nation’s energy supply and fundamentally change the way we power our homes, businesses and vehicles.

WHO: DOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Andy Karsner
WHAT: Press conference to discuss the launch of the Freedom Prize competition.
WHEN: Thursday, June 26, 2008
9:00 AM EDT – Remarks
9:30 AM EDT – Media availability
WHERE:

Dirksen Senate Office Building Room 366
1st Street & Constitution Avenue, NE
Washington, DC

*NOTE: Members of the media should RSVP to jim.hock@463.com or 202-463-0013 ext 202.

 
 
U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Public Affairs, Washington, D.C.