Obama talks at a hydro-power equipment factory

Obama's visit was designed to highlight his plans to foster alternative energy, and he said he learned a thing or two about hydro power while touring the Voith facility. He repeatedly mentioned that hydro-power systems can store energy from wind or solar sources, making those forms of energy more viable. Obama pledged to spend $15 billion annually on programs including loan guarantees and tax credits for companies such as Voith. He also proposed incentives to help businesses make their facilities more energy efficient.

All of that would result in 5 million new jobs, Obama said.