CEA Southeast

The southeast is faced with new changes to the regions electricity generation portfolio mandated by federal rules and regulations, roadblocks to increased electricity generation from clean sources of power like nuclear, and opportunities in offshore wind and oil and natural gas exploration.  CEA Southeast wants to ensure the affordability and reliability of electricity and transportation fuels for all energy consumers.

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Most Voters in Three Mid-Atlantic States Back Pipelines, Poll Says

CEA recently conducted a poll on energy and infrastructure development which received wide media coverage. Majorities of voters in Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina...

Poll Finds Majority Support for Atlantic Coast Pipeline in All Three States

CEA's Brett Vassey, President and CEO of the Virginia Manufacturers Association discussed the importance of pipelines in light of CEA's most recent poll. Brett Vassey, president...
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Gas Prices on the Decline Ahead of Holiday Weekend

Brydon Ross, CEA Southeast Executive Director, discussed the historically low gas prices consumers will see during the Fourth of July holiday. Motorists could expect to...
Raleigh, North Carolina

What you’re saying: “Oil and Gas is Vital”

CEA's Brydon Ross discusses how North Carolina's families are impacted when offshore energy development when modern, scientific surveys are banned. While Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA)...
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Oil Production Driving Pump Prices Down Just in Time for Holiday Travel

Families in Kentucky are seeing the positive benefits of increased domestic oil and gas production, just in time for the family vacation, as Brydon...
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Offshore Drilling Backers, Opponents Ready for NC Battle

Across North Carolina, offshore energy exploration is being discussed.  CEA's Michael Whatley shared the positive impact this will have on lowering energy prices and...
South Carolina Myrtle Beach

Expanding Energy Development Opportunities in Coastal Areas of the Atlantic

South Carolina House of Representatives Offshore Drilling Ad-Hoc Committee "Expanding Energy Development Opportunities in Coastal Areas of the Atlantic" Prepared Testimony of Brydon Ross Vice President, Consumer Energy Alliance   August...
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Could Oil Drilling Hurt Beach Tourism? Lawmakers Raise Concerns

Recently, CEA's Brydon Ross testified on how offshore energy exploration and environmental stewardship can coexist to support economic development and ensure families and businesses...
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The Chad Adams Show Featuring Michael Whatley

CEA's Michael Whatley appeared on The Chad Adams show to for a far-ranging discussion on offshore energy exploration and our nation's energy policy. Read more...
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Over 10 Million without Power – Here Are 5 Ways to Prepare for a...

How to Prepare for a Power Outage As Hurricane Irma continues to affect millions of Americans in the southern United States, and particularly Florida, access...