Colorado Competitiveness: State and Cluster Economic PerformancePorts-To-Plains Blog
The document provides an economic analysis of Colorado's competitiveness compared to other states. It includes a snapshot of Colorado's position on indicators of prosperity, productivity, labor mobilization, innovation, and cluster strength. Colorado ranks in the top quintile for productivity and labor mobilization, and in the middle quintiles for prosperity, innovation, and cluster strength. The analysis also compares Colorado to other states on economic performance indicators over the long term from 1999-2009 and short term from 2007-2009.
South Dakota Competitiveness: State and Cluster Economic PerformancePorts-To-Plains Blog
The document analyzes South Dakota's economic performance and competitiveness. It provides a snapshot of South Dakota's position relative to other states in measures of prosperity, productivity, labor mobilization, innovation, and cluster strength. It also examines South Dakota's performance over time in these areas from 1999-2009 and 2007-2010, comparing trends to national averages. Key industries identified as leading clusters in South Dakota are processed food, heavy machinery, and production technology.
Nebraska Competitiveness: State and Cluster Economic PerformancePorts-To-Plains Blog
The document provides an economic analysis of the state of Nebraska. It includes a snapshot of Nebraska's position relative to other states on indicators of prosperity, productivity, labor mobilization, innovation, and cluster strength. It also summarizes Nebraska's leading economic clusters. Graphs show Nebraska's comparative economic performance over time and in recent years on measures such as GDP per capita, private wages, and employment growth.
1) The document discusses the Keystone XL pipeline project and support for it from Consumer Energy Alliance.
2) The proposed pipeline would transport 700,000 barrels per day of crude oil from Canada to refineries in Texas.
3) Supporters argue it will provide economic benefits like jobs, tax revenue, and energy security by reducing dependence on unstable foreign sources of oil.
4) The US State Department is reviewing the project and is expected to make a decision by the end of the year on whether approving the pipeline is in the national interest.
Colorado Competitiveness: State and Cluster Economic PerformancePorts-To-Plains Blog
The document provides an economic analysis of Colorado's competitiveness compared to other states. It includes a snapshot of Colorado's position on indicators of prosperity, productivity, labor mobilization, innovation, and cluster strength. Colorado ranks in the top quintile for productivity and labor mobilization, and in the middle quintiles for prosperity, innovation, and cluster strength. The analysis also compares Colorado to other states on economic performance indicators over the long term from 1999-2009 and short term from 2007-2009.
South Dakota Competitiveness: State and Cluster Economic PerformancePorts-To-Plains Blog
The document analyzes South Dakota's economic performance and competitiveness. It provides a snapshot of South Dakota's position relative to other states in measures of prosperity, productivity, labor mobilization, innovation, and cluster strength. It also examines South Dakota's performance over time in these areas from 1999-2009 and 2007-2010, comparing trends to national averages. Key industries identified as leading clusters in South Dakota are processed food, heavy machinery, and production technology.
Nebraska Competitiveness: State and Cluster Economic PerformancePorts-To-Plains Blog
The document provides an economic analysis of the state of Nebraska. It includes a snapshot of Nebraska's position relative to other states on indicators of prosperity, productivity, labor mobilization, innovation, and cluster strength. It also summarizes Nebraska's leading economic clusters. Graphs show Nebraska's comparative economic performance over time and in recent years on measures such as GDP per capita, private wages, and employment growth.
1) The document discusses the Keystone XL pipeline project and support for it from Consumer Energy Alliance.
2) The proposed pipeline would transport 700,000 barrels per day of crude oil from Canada to refineries in Texas.
3) Supporters argue it will provide economic benefits like jobs, tax revenue, and energy security by reducing dependence on unstable foreign sources of oil.
4) The US State Department is reviewing the project and is expected to make a decision by the end of the year on whether approving the pipeline is in the national interest.
Presentation by Joe Kiely, Vice President of Operations at Ports-to-Plains Alliance at Northern Ports-to-Plains Work Group Meeting in Wainwright, AB on June 21, 2013
Energy Development Impact on Transportation Infrastructure presented by TxDOT at Ports-to-Plains Alliance Annual Meeting in Washington DC on April 26, 2013.
Wind Energy's Future and the Impact on U.S. Manufacturing presentation at Ports-to-Plains Alliance Energy Conference in Washington DC on April 26, 2013.
The document provides an overview of the Tulia CAES Bulk Electric Storage Project in Swisher County, Texas. It discusses that the project will use proven Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) technology to store electricity from the grid or renewable sources by compressing air and storing it underground. The stored air will later be used to power turbines and generate electricity when demand and prices are higher. The project is well-suited for the location due to favorable geology, proximity to wind resources, and ability to connect to the electric grid. It outlines the development progress achieved to date and remaining milestones, including drilling a test core in 2013 to further refine the underground storage cavern design.
Fuels Policy, Ethanol and RFS Reform Political and Policy Implications on Gas...Ports-To-Plains Blog
Fuels Policy, Ethanol and RFS Reform
Political and Policy Implications on Gasoline Prices.
Presented at Ports-to-Plains Alliance Energy Conference, Washington Dc on April 26, 2013
The letter supports approval of the Keystone XL pipeline, arguing that it will provide economic benefits through jobs and tax revenue and improve energy security by increasing oil supplies from Canada and North Dakota. It notes that studies found the pipeline will have limited environmental impacts. Signatories include many local government and business leaders who believe the pipeline will help their regions.
Over 200 local elected officials along the proposed route of the Keystone XL pipeline signed a letter urging the U.S. State Department to complete its review and approve construction of the pipeline. The officials represent communities that would be impacted by construction. They believe the State Department and Nebraska reviews found no significant environmental concerns. They also say TransCanada will meet or exceed regulatory standards. Approving the pipeline, they argue, would strengthen national security and energy security while creating jobs and economic benefits.
Ports-to-Plains: The Importance of a Statewide Transportation to Colorado's E...Ports-To-Plains Blog
A statewide transportation system is critical to Colorado's economy. Transportation and logistics employed over 188,000 people in Colorado in 2012. 76.8% of lane miles in Colorado are rural. An expanding statewide transportation system is needed to transport goods to stores, export manufactured goods, move energy components, transport agriculture, and bring tourists. Maintaining and expanding Colorado's transportation infrastructure is important for the state's economic growth and security.
The Ports-to-Plains Alliance is a non-profit advocacy group representing a 9-state, 2,300+ mile transportation corridor between Texas and Canada. It seeks to upgrade and modernize existing 2-lane highways that are inadequate for current and future needs. Improving the transportation network would boost safety, efficiency, energy development, and economic growth in America's agricultural and energy heartland. However, long-term funding is needed to address the Highway Trust Fund shortfall and preserve the national surface transportation system.
This executive summary provides an overview of the draft supplemental environmental impact statement for the proposed Keystone XL pipeline project. It describes the project, alternatives considered, key environmental analyses conducted, and next steps. The proposed pipeline would transport up to 830,000 barrels per day of crude oil from Alberta, Canada and the Bakken shale region to the Gulf Coast. The document analyzes potential impacts to soil, water, threatened species, environmental justice, greenhouse gas emissions, and more. It also evaluates a no action alternative along with alternative pipeline routes and means of transport. The executive summary concludes by outlining the contents of the supplemental EIS and next steps in the review process.
Dear Governor Heineman:
Thank you for approving the new route for the Keystone XL Pipeline. The project will allow America to gain independence from Middle East and Venezuelan oil by increasing supplies from our loyal, stable and secure ally in Canada. It will also be a major economic development booster for our country and region, not only in the construction of the pipeline, but in further development of Alberta’s oil resources. For every two Canadian jobs created by the oil sands, a third is created in the US. Alberta oil sands development is projected to generate more than $500 billion in US economic impact over the next 25 years.
The letter expresses strong support for approval of the Keystone XL Pipeline project. It summarizes the findings of the draft Nebraska report that were agreed with, including that the revised route avoids environmentally sensitive areas, incorporates numerous protections for water resources, and provides economic benefits to Nebraska and the US through jobs, tax revenue, and increased energy security by reducing reliance on foreign oil. The letter is signed by over 50 mayors, county commissioners, and economic development organization representatives across 10 states along the proposed pipeline route.
Jack Schenendorf, Ports-to-Plains Alliance Transportation Consultant, in Washington will address the following topics:
The 2012 elections, the politics of 113th Congress, and the new leaders handling transportation.
Fiscal cliff: how bad is it and what is likely to happen?
Transportation's fiscal cliff: what are we going to do about it?
MAP-21 implementation and reauthorization in 113th Congress.
Jack Schenendorf’s practice concentrates on transportation and legislation with a particular focus on legislative strategy, legislative procedure, and the federal budget process. For nearly 25 years, Mr. Schenendorf served on the staff of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the U.S. House of Representatives. He was Chief of Staff from 1995 to 2001.
Jack represents the Ports-to-Plains Alliance in Washington, DC. In addition he has represented Associated General Contractors, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, Association of Equipment Manufactures, United Airlines and others
The international trade data comes from Bureau of Transportation Statistics North American Transborder Freight Data (http://www.bts.gov/programs/international/transborder/TBDR_QA.html). domestic data is from the Freight Analysis Framework by Center for Transportation Analysis in the Oak Ridge National Laboratory under funding from the Federal Highway Administration (http://faf.ornl.gov/fafweb/Extraction2.aspx).
Comments on Interim Guidance on State Freight Plans and State Advisory Commit...Ports-To-Plains Blog
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requested comments related to the interim guidance on state freight plans and state advisory committees. In response to the Notice, the Ports-to-Plains Alliance respectfully submitted these comments.
Interim Guidance on State Freight Plans and State Freight Advisory CommitteesPorts-To-Plains Blog
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
Interim Guidance on State Freight Plans and State Freight Advisory Committees
Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 199 / Monday, October 15, 2012 / Notices
Statement on TBD Colorado Recommendations on Transportation
Ports-to-Plains Alliance Northern Working Group Strategic Plan October 2012Ports-To-Plains Blog
Members of the Ports-to-Plains Alliance, organizations and individuals from North Dakota, Montana, Alberta and Saskatchewan met in Regina on October 10 and 11, 2012 to develop a northern plan to enhance the Ports-to-Plains Corridor.
Presentation by Joe Kiely, Vice President of Operations at Ports-to-Plains Alliance at Northern Ports-to-Plains Work Group Meeting in Wainwright, AB on June 21, 2013
Energy Development Impact on Transportation Infrastructure presented by TxDOT at Ports-to-Plains Alliance Annual Meeting in Washington DC on April 26, 2013.
Wind Energy's Future and the Impact on U.S. Manufacturing presentation at Ports-to-Plains Alliance Energy Conference in Washington DC on April 26, 2013.
The document provides an overview of the Tulia CAES Bulk Electric Storage Project in Swisher County, Texas. It discusses that the project will use proven Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) technology to store electricity from the grid or renewable sources by compressing air and storing it underground. The stored air will later be used to power turbines and generate electricity when demand and prices are higher. The project is well-suited for the location due to favorable geology, proximity to wind resources, and ability to connect to the electric grid. It outlines the development progress achieved to date and remaining milestones, including drilling a test core in 2013 to further refine the underground storage cavern design.
Fuels Policy, Ethanol and RFS Reform Political and Policy Implications on Gas...Ports-To-Plains Blog
Fuels Policy, Ethanol and RFS Reform
Political and Policy Implications on Gasoline Prices.
Presented at Ports-to-Plains Alliance Energy Conference, Washington Dc on April 26, 2013
The letter supports approval of the Keystone XL pipeline, arguing that it will provide economic benefits through jobs and tax revenue and improve energy security by increasing oil supplies from Canada and North Dakota. It notes that studies found the pipeline will have limited environmental impacts. Signatories include many local government and business leaders who believe the pipeline will help their regions.
Over 200 local elected officials along the proposed route of the Keystone XL pipeline signed a letter urging the U.S. State Department to complete its review and approve construction of the pipeline. The officials represent communities that would be impacted by construction. They believe the State Department and Nebraska reviews found no significant environmental concerns. They also say TransCanada will meet or exceed regulatory standards. Approving the pipeline, they argue, would strengthen national security and energy security while creating jobs and economic benefits.
Ports-to-Plains: The Importance of a Statewide Transportation to Colorado's E...Ports-To-Plains Blog
A statewide transportation system is critical to Colorado's economy. Transportation and logistics employed over 188,000 people in Colorado in 2012. 76.8% of lane miles in Colorado are rural. An expanding statewide transportation system is needed to transport goods to stores, export manufactured goods, move energy components, transport agriculture, and bring tourists. Maintaining and expanding Colorado's transportation infrastructure is important for the state's economic growth and security.
The Ports-to-Plains Alliance is a non-profit advocacy group representing a 9-state, 2,300+ mile transportation corridor between Texas and Canada. It seeks to upgrade and modernize existing 2-lane highways that are inadequate for current and future needs. Improving the transportation network would boost safety, efficiency, energy development, and economic growth in America's agricultural and energy heartland. However, long-term funding is needed to address the Highway Trust Fund shortfall and preserve the national surface transportation system.
This executive summary provides an overview of the draft supplemental environmental impact statement for the proposed Keystone XL pipeline project. It describes the project, alternatives considered, key environmental analyses conducted, and next steps. The proposed pipeline would transport up to 830,000 barrels per day of crude oil from Alberta, Canada and the Bakken shale region to the Gulf Coast. The document analyzes potential impacts to soil, water, threatened species, environmental justice, greenhouse gas emissions, and more. It also evaluates a no action alternative along with alternative pipeline routes and means of transport. The executive summary concludes by outlining the contents of the supplemental EIS and next steps in the review process.
Dear Governor Heineman:
Thank you for approving the new route for the Keystone XL Pipeline. The project will allow America to gain independence from Middle East and Venezuelan oil by increasing supplies from our loyal, stable and secure ally in Canada. It will also be a major economic development booster for our country and region, not only in the construction of the pipeline, but in further development of Alberta’s oil resources. For every two Canadian jobs created by the oil sands, a third is created in the US. Alberta oil sands development is projected to generate more than $500 billion in US economic impact over the next 25 years.
The letter expresses strong support for approval of the Keystone XL Pipeline project. It summarizes the findings of the draft Nebraska report that were agreed with, including that the revised route avoids environmentally sensitive areas, incorporates numerous protections for water resources, and provides economic benefits to Nebraska and the US through jobs, tax revenue, and increased energy security by reducing reliance on foreign oil. The letter is signed by over 50 mayors, county commissioners, and economic development organization representatives across 10 states along the proposed pipeline route.
Jack Schenendorf, Ports-to-Plains Alliance Transportation Consultant, in Washington will address the following topics:
The 2012 elections, the politics of 113th Congress, and the new leaders handling transportation.
Fiscal cliff: how bad is it and what is likely to happen?
Transportation's fiscal cliff: what are we going to do about it?
MAP-21 implementation and reauthorization in 113th Congress.
Jack Schenendorf’s practice concentrates on transportation and legislation with a particular focus on legislative strategy, legislative procedure, and the federal budget process. For nearly 25 years, Mr. Schenendorf served on the staff of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the U.S. House of Representatives. He was Chief of Staff from 1995 to 2001.
Jack represents the Ports-to-Plains Alliance in Washington, DC. In addition he has represented Associated General Contractors, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, Association of Equipment Manufactures, United Airlines and others
The international trade data comes from Bureau of Transportation Statistics North American Transborder Freight Data (http://www.bts.gov/programs/international/transborder/TBDR_QA.html). domestic data is from the Freight Analysis Framework by Center for Transportation Analysis in the Oak Ridge National Laboratory under funding from the Federal Highway Administration (http://faf.ornl.gov/fafweb/Extraction2.aspx).
Comments on Interim Guidance on State Freight Plans and State Advisory Commit...Ports-To-Plains Blog
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requested comments related to the interim guidance on state freight plans and state advisory committees. In response to the Notice, the Ports-to-Plains Alliance respectfully submitted these comments.
Interim Guidance on State Freight Plans and State Freight Advisory CommitteesPorts-To-Plains Blog
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
Interim Guidance on State Freight Plans and State Freight Advisory Committees
Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 199 / Monday, October 15, 2012 / Notices
Statement on TBD Colorado Recommendations on Transportation
Ports-to-Plains Alliance Northern Working Group Strategic Plan October 2012Ports-To-Plains Blog
Members of the Ports-to-Plains Alliance, organizations and individuals from North Dakota, Montana, Alberta and Saskatchewan met in Regina on October 10 and 11, 2012 to develop a northern plan to enhance the Ports-to-Plains Corridor.