"Energy independence" means that a country is able to produce and use enough energy within its own borders, without relying on other countries for energy sources like oil or gas. Full definition
What we've been handed is the ability to maintain our competitive edge in the global solar market, and to pursue strategies of energy independence here at home. (getsolar.com)
Unless their plan substantially changes this weekend, I will be unable to move forward on energy independence legislation at this time. (treehugger.com)
How do we balance one neighbor not wanting to «look at solar panels» versus our need for energy independence and someone willing to front the money to buy that independence through solar? (treehugger.com)