WASHINGTON, D.C.— Following is a statement by Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), on the confirmation of President Trump’s Interior secretary, Doug Burgum:

“On behalf of America’s solar and storage industry, I want to congratulate Secretary Burgum on his confirmation to lead the Department of the Interior. Solar and storage development on our nation’s public lands is essential to meeting America’s energy challenges, and we appreciate Secretary Burgum’s longstanding commitment to an ‘all of the above’ strategy for building an efficient, reliable power system.

“As the fastest-growing source of new electricity generation, the solar and storage industry stands ready to work with the Trump administration to modernize permitting processes, unlock new opportunities for solar deployment and transmission projects, and ensure that our vast public lands contribute to a strong and resilient energy future. Together, we can make sure America is the world’s dominant energy economy, while delivering affordable, reliable power to every home and business in this country.”