The development and production of Canadian Oil Sands leads to more American goods and services being exported to Canada -- and that means more American jobs. In addition, this steady supply of affordable energy will help Missouri employers.
Importing oil from our allies and friends is not only good for our national security -- it's good for our financial security.
Oil from Canada is in such abundance it can provide the United States with nearly 170 billion barrels of oil and remain our nation's biggest supplier of imported oil.
The United States' energy demand is projected increase every year, at least through 2030. America is striving to meet its growing energy demands by using all viable sources, including fossil fuels, renewables and alternative energy supplies.
