New technologies such as solar systems or hybrid cars aren't created overnight. By extending these tax credits we are giving this industry time to grow, branch out and succeed.

Tax incentives might spur hiring in the short run, but how lasting are those gains if the jobs expire with the tax credits and they come at the expense of investing in the new technologies of the future?

I work a lot with my ski sponsor, Head, to develop new technologies.

Solar will outcompete other technologies.

By definition, startups are not constrained by the limits of established company culture. And so they push boundaries and develop new technologies and ways of doing things.

I enjoy learning about the new technologies. I enjoy getting to know the new fans and dealing with them on their turf.