to the Western Governors Association in Santa Fe, New
Mexico tomorrow, emphasizing how vital energy production on public lands can
be carried out in ways that safeguard land, water, air and wildlife
resources.
Norton will discuss proven methods that minimize the impact of energy
production and significantly reduce environmental disturbance through the
use of Best Management Practices. The Secretary will also present a 4C's
Award to recognize initiatives that showcase responsible energy development.
She will speak at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 22, 2004, at the Plenary
Session of the Western Governors Association annual meeting in Santa Fe, New
Mexico. The session will be held in the Anasazi Room of the El Dorado Hotel,
309 W. San Francisco Street.
