KSTX Town Hall: Energy

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August 26, 2009 · San Antonio’s energy needs in the past have been met by using natural gas, coal and nuclear power.  As the city and the metropolitan area’s population have grown, how the energy needs of the future will be met is being studied and discussed.  Use of alternative energy sources, such as wind and solar power, are being touted as a way to provide clean energy, but which path is the right one to take to make sure San Antonio stays powered?

Texas Public Radio's Terry Gildea led a dialog on how we can meet the metropolitan area's growing energy needs while minimizing our impact on the environment.  This KSTX Town Hall was held at McAllister Auditorium at San Antonio College as part of the Green by Texas Public Radio initiative, a year-round focus on sustainability issues affecting San Antonio and the surrounding community.

Panelists

Mayor Julián Castro— City of San Antonio
Lanny Sinkin — Solar San Antonio
Michael Kotara — CPS Energy
Tom "Smitty" Smith — Public Citizen

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