“The climate crisis is one of the greatest challenges facing the world and our nation today. It will take all of us working together at the international, national and local levels to address global warming issues, as well as protect our nation’s economic and security interests by reducing our dependence on foreign oil. I’m pleased to learn about the work you are doing locally in Fort Wayne and feel Grassroots Green can serve as a model for other local communities around the country working to meet the challenges of reducing energy consumption.”

– Senator Evan Bayh

“I am excited to read about the several new initiatives that you are spearheading through Grassroots Green. Partnerships with local government, schools, news outlets and wider community participation are all promising avenues for making real progress in achieving energy security for our state and nation. I congratulate you for demonstrating such remarkable leadership. United States national security and economic prosperity demand that we move toward a sustainable energy future. Global oil and natural gas reserves are concentrated in tumultuous regions and in several nations hostile to the United States. The global trend of foreign governments asserting greater control over oil and gas reserves allows unfriendly regimes to use their oil and gas exports as leverage against the United States and our allies. Moreover, continued use and expansion of greenhouse gas-intensive power-generation may bring economic and political devastation as the impacts of global climate change take hold. Community leadership is crucial for a rapid transition to a sustainable energy future. I look forward to learning more of your leadership and wish you the best of luck in your efforts.”

“It is important that we all work to reduce energy consumption, practice wise use of resources and protect our natural environment. All of us should strive for more responsible personal practices, regardless of our political views. Responsible private actions are an effective way to reduce our dependence on foreign oil and protect the earth that God created.
I congratulate you [Grassroots Green] on your efforts.”

– Congressman Mark Souder