It’s that time of year again.  Everyone—from David Letterman to the news networks—will be publishing their 2011 “lists,” the best and the worst of 2011.  Here at Energy Citizens, we’re taking a look back to appreciate how much we have accomplished in the last 12 months, understanding these efforts are only possible thanks to the dedication and commitment of every one of our nearly 600,000 members .

So, here it is:  The best of Energy Citizens in 2011.

10.  Nearly 20,000 Energy Citizens told the EPA that new greenhouse gas regulations would cost our struggling economy jobs.  The EPA listened to you.

9.  Our Facebook fan base grew by nearly 700%!  Are you a fan yet?  It’s an easy way to keep up with what’s happening.

8.  No New Energy Taxes!  Energy Citizens across the country were active all year in fighting the rhetoric and misinformation about new energy taxes, generating tens of thousands of emails, calls, LTEs, personal letters, and meetings.

7.  Many of you recognized the power of the media in spreading our message and refuting misinformation, placing LTEs around the county, including this one by Kim Baliman in Nebraska, “Help for Oil Patch”.  Congratulations Kim!

6. Our Pennsylvania Energy Citizens stood up for natural gas development at a Department of Energy hearing in early July.  Read Kathy Ashby-Kaminsky’s blog post account of the meeting and situation in Pennsylvania.

5.  More than 150,000 new Energy Citizens were recruited this year.  Much of that growth was due to advocates spreading the word through their personal networks, social media, and attending events.

4.  We kicked off our efforts in Iowa in August with hundreds of Energy Citizens attending the Iowa Straw Poll as “Energy Voters.”  The next day, Energy Citizens in New Hampshire attended the New Hampshire Energy Freedom Family Festival, talking about energy and even getting to spend some time with Texas Governor Rick Perry. Click here to see the photos.

3. More than 30,000 of you stood up for American energy security and said “KeystoneYES!”

2. Energy Citizens in Pennsylvania met with Congressmen Altmire and Murphy to share their views on Pennsylvania energy production. Read their blogs: Matt Vermiere and Caitie Gallagher

1.  New York Energy Citizens stood up for energy security and energy jobs! Check out this Energy Citizens video.