text: The Department of Energy claims itÛªs committed to Û÷all of the aboveÛª energy possibilities, but they are cutting innovative and unconventional fossil energy programs that could really help our economy and energy security. Alaskans want to see a commitment across the board on making the most of all the resources we have, from hydro to geothermal to gas and oil, and I asked the Department of Energy today why they are undercutting these critical efforts for jobs and energy security into the future.