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Energy action: a national effort

October 17, 2013
Photos by Bernd Mai
U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder
A representative explains the technical features of an electric car to Thomas Doll (center).
A representative explains the technical features of an electric car to Thomas Doll (center).

 

Karsten Hess and David Hetzel (left) from a bike store display and explain the various kinds of electric bikes currently available on the market.
Karsten Hess and David Hetzel (left) from a bike store display and explain the various kinds of electric bikes currently available on the market.

 

Col. Bryan DeCoster, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, described in his opening remarks the importance of energy to the military: “Without energy, the Army cannot complete its mission. Without energy, we can’t deploy Soldiers to where they’re needed. Without energy, we can’t house them and their families.” Since energy is the Army’s second greatest expense, DeCoster encouraged everyone to take advantage of Energy Action Day to gain practical experience by testing various electrically powered vehicles and also to learn how to save energy.
Col. Bryan DeCoster, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, described in his opening remarks the importance of energy to the military: “Without energy, the Army cannot complete its mission. Without energy, we can’t deploy Soldiers to where they’re needed. Without energy, we can’t house them and their families.” Since energy is the Army’s second greatest expense, DeCoster encouraged everyone to take advantage of Energy Action Day to gain practical experience by testing various electrically powered vehicles and also to learn how to save energy.

 

Christoph Nagel (right) from an electronic scooter company introduces the technical handling of an electric scooter to Donald Sparks (left).
Christoph Nagel (right) from an electronic scooter company introduces the technical handling of an electric scooter to Donald Sparks (left).

 

Sgt. 1st Class Leo Guzman tests his skills on a Segway.
Sgt. 1st Class Leo Guzman tests his skills on a Segway.

 

 

 

 

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