Renewable Energy a Pillar of New Prosperity, Says Obama

But much of the president's speech was about renewable energy, and touted the base's solar energy system. "Right now, we're standing near the largest solar electric plant of its kind in the entire Western Hemispher," said Obama. "More than 72,000 solar panels built on part of an old landfill provide 25 percent of the electricity for the 12,000 people who live and work here at Nellis. That's the equivalent of powering about 13,200 homes during the day." He said the project created 200 jobs and will save the Air Force $1 million per year.

Renewable Energy a Pillar of New Prosperity, Says Obama