An energy policy expert debunked suggestions from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) to close down the coal plant that produces 20% of Puerto Rico’s electricity.
As reported by The Daily Wire, Ocasio-Cortez stated during a recent hearing of the House Natural Resources Committee that it would be possible to shutter AES Puerto Rico’s coal plant in Guayama immediately “while keeping the lights on and preventing price increases on the island.” She largely relied upon testimony from Ruth Santiago — a lawyer and trustee from renewable energy group Earthjustice — to justify her claims.
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