Texas Energy Lab

Drew Springer, Texas House of Representative

Episode Summary

A perspective on alternative energy in rural North and West Texas. The Honorable Drew Springer, Texas House of Representatives, joins us to talk about the impact of a diverse energy mix on the communities he represents in Texas House District 68.

Episode Notes

The Honorable Drew Springer, Texas House of Representatives, joins us from Muenster in far North Texas to talk about the impact of renewable energy on rural communities in the geographically sprawling Texas House District 68 that he represents. He discusses macro issues like agricultural economics and job creation as well as personal insights such as the view from the top of a wind turbine nacelle and the light pollution from wind farms. Hosts McKay Proctor and Alex Van der Colff also learn more about tax considerations for renewable energy companies through Mr. Springer's work at Ryan LLC.