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Clean Connect Strategies – a bold new firm on a mission to supercharge clean energy projects and save our planet! We're experienced public policy and campaign pros dedicated to making renewables succeed. www.cleanconnectstrategies.com
Market forces will prevail in TX and everywhere: “We’ll need every megawatt from all available resources,” said energy attorney Michael Jewell. “Legislative proposals that hinder resource development are anti-energy.”
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With Texas facing soaring electricity demand, the politics of energy quietly shift at the Capitol
The Legislature has tried to clamp down on renewable energy resources in the past, but many lawmakers are recognizing the need to support all types of generation to meet record demand growth.
www.texastribune.org
March 9, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Market forces will prevail in TX and everywhere: “We’ll need every megawatt from all available resources,” said energy attorney Michael Jewell. “Legislative proposals that hinder resource development are anti-energy.”
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These [OSW] projects wouldn’t exist without all of the tax subsidies that they’ve received,” Burgum said. “This is not a young or new industry. It should be able to stand on its own by now.” But wait—aren’t we talking about the $757B in fossil fuel subsidies? finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-o...
Trump’s Offshore Wind Review to Consider Status of Projects
(Bloomberg) -- The Trump administration’s ongoing review of offshore wind projects will feature different treatment for projects actively under development versus those that have merely been proposed,...
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March 7, 2025 at 8:26 PM
These [OSW] projects wouldn’t exist without all of the tax subsidies that they’ve received,” Burgum said. “This is not a young or new industry. It should be able to stand on its own by now.” But wait—aren’t we talking about the $757B in fossil fuel subsidies? finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-o...
Wow: New analysis shows the benefits of OSW farms are 14 times greater than the costs! x.com/rff/status/1...
Resources for the Future on X: "Before the Trump administration paused #offshorewind permitting in the US, the industry already was struggling with high costs. But the benefits of offshore wind may significantly outweigh these costs, recent research finds. RFF's Dan Shawhan shares findings from the study: https://t.co/c5PqCJza9g" / X
Before the Trump administration paused #offshorewind permitting in the US, the industry already was struggling with high costs. But the benefits of offshore wind may significantly outweigh these costs, recent research finds. RFF's Dan Shawhan shares findings from the study: https://t.co/c5PqCJza9g
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March 3, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Wow: New analysis shows the benefits of OSW farms are 14 times greater than the costs! x.com/rff/status/1...
California policymakers aren't backing down from offshore wind—despite Trump’s opposition. Sometimes, you just need to stand up with conviction to make progress. Will East Coast states follow suit? www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/02/21/c...
California policymakers say they’re undeterred by Trump opposition to offshore wind
“We acknowledge uncertainties,” but cite state’s economic strength and targets that extend beyond Trump’s term.
www.sandiegouniontribune.com
March 3, 2025 at 4:51 PM
California policymakers aren't backing down from offshore wind—despite Trump’s opposition. Sometimes, you just need to stand up with conviction to make progress. Will East Coast states follow suit? www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/02/21/c...
How can municipalities level up their renewable energy efforts and access clean energy at a lower cost? Bulk purchasing.
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Southeast PA Counties Move to Activate Renewable Energy Purchasing
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March 3, 2025 at 4:32 PM
How can municipalities level up their renewable energy efforts and access clean energy at a lower cost? Bulk purchasing.
www.chesco.org/CivicAlerts....
www.chesco.org/CivicAlerts....
That which can't be measured remains anonymous but not invisible.
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EPA moves to ditch finding that greenhouse gases cause harm
The recommendation by Lee Zeldin, the agency's administrator, could upend existing and future regulations on climate change.
www.politico.com
February 26, 2025 at 8:23 PM
That which can't be measured remains anonymous but not invisible.
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Why the framing matters to increase social acceptance: Solar is paving the way to US energy dominance, expanding energy production, and leading the AI revolution without threatening traditional energy sources.
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February 26, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Why the framing matters to increase social acceptance: Solar is paving the way to US energy dominance, expanding energy production, and leading the AI revolution without threatening traditional energy sources.
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Knock, knock. Who's there? Climate change.
And the answer to the other question is: Yes, but be sure to go through the 'front door!' www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/14/o...
And the answer to the other question is: Yes, but be sure to go through the 'front door!' www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/14/o...
Should we even bother talking about climate change?
It’s a question you hear muttered more and more in environmental circles and even more brashly from those focused on clean energy: given the shift in public priorities and the state of politics, shoul...
www.nationalobserver.com
February 24, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Knock, knock. Who's there? Climate change.
And the answer to the other question is: Yes, but be sure to go through the 'front door!' www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/14/o...
And the answer to the other question is: Yes, but be sure to go through the 'front door!' www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/14/o...
The administration’s approach to wind energy is "a lot of hot air"—lacking rationale & contradicting the energy crisis. We must show the masses renewables’ affordability & reliability, proving their role in meeting immediate needs & long-term sustainability. stateline.org/2025/02/11/b...
Blue states hope their clean energy plans withstand collision with Trump • Stateline
President Donald Trump has unleashed a flurry of actions meant to block clean energy projects.
stateline.org
February 24, 2025 at 3:14 PM
The administration’s approach to wind energy is "a lot of hot air"—lacking rationale & contradicting the energy crisis. We must show the masses renewables’ affordability & reliability, proving their role in meeting immediate needs & long-term sustainability. stateline.org/2025/02/11/b...
Save the IRA tax credits—or end the oil and gas subsidies. You can't protect one while fueling the industries that harm our planet. Dems must make the case for both.
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Mayors Across US Urge Congress Not to Repeal Clean Energy Tax Credits - Inside Climate News
The Inflation Reduction Act incentives for developing clean energy have created thousands of jobs in local communities across the country. The Trump administration froze further spending on them.
insideclimatenews.org
February 16, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Save the IRA tax credits—or end the oil and gas subsidies. You can't protect one while fueling the industries that harm our planet. Dems must make the case for both.
insideclimatenews.org/news/1002202...
insideclimatenews.org/news/1002202...
DE GOP "We will push to extend the compliance deadlines and lower the required [renewable sourced energy] percentages, allowing more time for Delaware to invest in the necessary energy infrastructure without overburdening ratepayers." The problem: Time is running out! ⏳
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Rate-payers air grievances over sky-high utility bills at Senate committee hearing
State lawmakers, utility representatives and regulators spent nearly three hours Friday delving into the factors behind rising energy bills during the first two months of 2025.
www.wdel.com
February 14, 2025 at 9:48 PM
DE GOP "We will push to extend the compliance deadlines and lower the required [renewable sourced energy] percentages, allowing more time for Delaware to invest in the necessary energy infrastructure without overburdening ratepayers." The problem: Time is running out! ⏳
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2024 set a clean energy record in the U.S., adding 50% more capacity than 2023! 2025 holds huge potential, with challenges ahead but plenty of opportunities in renewables & hydrogen. Let’s navigate any challenges and keep the momentum going!
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February 14, 2025 at 3:42 PM
2024 set a clean energy record in the U.S., adding 50% more capacity than 2023! 2025 holds huge potential, with challenges ahead but plenty of opportunities in renewables & hydrogen. Let’s navigate any challenges and keep the momentum going!
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An amazing stat: There are over 11,000 projects in the interconnection queue, totaling around 1,900 gigawatts of generation and storage capacity—nearly double the current U.S. capacity of 1,189 gigawatts as of 2023.
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Inside the Interconnection Queue
Electric power in the US is provided by the electrical grid, a huge network of power plants, transmission lines, and transformers that moves electric power from where it's generated to where it's cons...
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February 12, 2025 at 10:05 PM
An amazing stat: There are over 11,000 projects in the interconnection queue, totaling around 1,900 gigawatts of generation and storage capacity—nearly double the current U.S. capacity of 1,189 gigawatts as of 2023.
www.construction-physics.com/p/inside-the...
www.construction-physics.com/p/inside-the...
Big Tech vs. Environment: The data center boom is just starting, and states are reconsidering coal retirements. There's no such thing as 'clean' coal—it’s a slippery slope.
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Georgia was about to retire coal plants. Then came the data centers.
Georgia was going to retire its coal plants, but then the data centers arrived. AI is pushing energy providers back to fossil fuels.
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February 12, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Big Tech vs. Environment: The data center boom is just starting, and states are reconsidering coal retirements. There's no such thing as 'clean' coal—it’s a slippery slope.
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Eyes are on blue states committed to clean energy. We're here to ensure their projects stay on track, navigating disruptions and seizing remaining opportunities. alabamareflector.com/2025/02/11/b...
Blue states hope their clean energy plans withstand collision with Trump • Alabama Reflector
The president has long opposed wind power development; spread falsehoods about the energy source and has repeatedly called climate change a “hoax.”
alabamareflector.com
February 11, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Eyes are on blue states committed to clean energy. We're here to ensure their projects stay on track, navigating disruptions and seizing remaining opportunities. alabamareflector.com/2025/02/11/b...
Politics, Payback, or Posturing? All paths lead to China. Whether it's Biden or Trump, both use tariffs to show who's tougher. But one thing is certain—China is far ahead of America in clean energy. This is where we should be competing.
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Biden hikes tariffs on Chinese EVs, solar cells, steel, aluminum — and snipes at Trump
Biden administration is announcing plans to slap new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, advanced batteries, solar cells, steel, aluminum and medical equipment.
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February 11, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Politics, Payback, or Posturing? All paths lead to China. Whether it's Biden or Trump, both use tariffs to show who's tougher. But one thing is certain—China is far ahead of America in clean energy. This is where we should be competing.
apnews.com/article/bide...
apnews.com/article/bide...
Hey DOGE, Want to find $757B in waste? "Get rid of all tax credits" for oil and gas! www.google.com/imgres?q=DOG...
February 10, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Hey DOGE, Want to find $757B in waste? "Get rid of all tax credits" for oil and gas! www.google.com/imgres?q=DOG...
Federal pressure and red tape are choking renewable energy progress. Restrictive policies will only make it worse—what we need is to empower local governments to drive change. That’s where Clean Connect Strategies comes in.
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Wisconsin Republicans reintroduce strict siting bill for solar and wind projects - Factor This™
A bill that would empower Wisconsin municipalities to block the construction of solar and wind farms in their backyards has been introduced a second time.
www.renewableenergyworld.com
February 10, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Federal pressure and red tape are choking renewable energy progress. Restrictive policies will only make it worse—what we need is to empower local governments to drive change. That’s where Clean Connect Strategies comes in.
www.renewableenergyworld.com/solar/wiscon...
www.renewableenergyworld.com/solar/wiscon...
When "green" carries a different meaning: Manufacturing follows the energy supply, driving a surge of jobs and economic growth in states rich in solar and wind. Let’s spread the word and renew our commitment to green energy! The outcome is what matters.
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Forget saving the planet. Clean energy interests sharpen a different message: Money and jobs
Saving the planet is so 2024. Clean energy leaders across the globe are now emphasizing the greener side of green: wealth-building.
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February 9, 2025 at 3:19 PM
When "green" carries a different meaning: Manufacturing follows the energy supply, driving a surge of jobs and economic growth in states rich in solar and wind. Let’s spread the word and renew our commitment to green energy! The outcome is what matters.
apnews.com/article/clim...
apnews.com/article/clim...
Fun Fact Friday: Super Bowl LVIII was the first to be powered entirely by renewable energy—and this year will be its sequel! Ironically, President Trump, the first sitting president to attend, will be at a game fueled by the very energy sources he opposes. Go Birds!
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February 7, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Fun Fact Friday: Super Bowl LVIII was the first to be powered entirely by renewable energy—and this year will be its sequel! Ironically, President Trump, the first sitting president to attend, will be at a game fueled by the very energy sources he opposes. Go Birds!
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Onshoring manufacturing with dirty energy while offshoring renewable jobs is a dangerous gamble. The industry follows the incentives, and without strong support for renewables, we’ll lose jobs and global leadership in clean energy to nations that get it right. www.reuters.com/business/ene...
Clean energy companies press US lawmakers to protect subsidies
U.S. clean-energy companies are headed to Capitol Hill on Wednesday to urge Republican lawmakers not to kill lucrative tax credits contained in former President Joe Biden's landmark climate change law.
www.reuters.com
February 7, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Onshoring manufacturing with dirty energy while offshoring renewable jobs is a dangerous gamble. The industry follows the incentives, and without strong support for renewables, we’ll lose jobs and global leadership in clean energy to nations that get it right. www.reuters.com/business/ene...
Drill baby drill might be our costliest mistake. In 2021, the US spent $820B on health impacts from climate change—likely over $1T now. Meanwhile, the IRA could’ve delivered $5.6T in global benefits over 25 years. Sticking to outdated policies only deepens the crisis.
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February 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Drill baby drill might be our costliest mistake. In 2021, the US spent $820B on health impacts from climate change—likely over $1T now. Meanwhile, the IRA could’ve delivered $5.6T in global benefits over 25 years. Sticking to outdated policies only deepens the crisis.
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Renewable energy continues to be the trump card, but it's still under attack from those clinging to the past. When will market pressure tip the scales? heatmap.news/plus/the-fig...
Trump Has Paralyzed Renewables Permitting, Leaked Memo Reveals
The American Clean Power Association wrote to its members about federal guidance that has been “widely variable and changing quickly.”
heatmap.news
February 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Renewable energy continues to be the trump card, but it's still under attack from those clinging to the past. When will market pressure tip the scales? heatmap.news/plus/the-fig...
Delaware Republicans are now blaming the state’s renewable energy standards for soaring energy bills. Is this the next big attack on renewables? As clean energy gains momentum, expect more attempts to scapegoat it for rising costs—while ignoring the true factors at play.
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Delmarva Power takes steps to help overwhelmed customers
Delmarva Power is taking action in response to customer complaints about soaring energy bills this winter.
www.wdel.com
February 5, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Delaware Republicans are now blaming the state’s renewable energy standards for soaring energy bills. Is this the next big attack on renewables? As clean energy gains momentum, expect more attempts to scapegoat it for rising costs—while ignoring the true factors at play.
www.wdel.com/business/del...
www.wdel.com/business/del...
💧Water conservationists, take note: Data centers don't just eat up tons of electricity—they also consume massive amounts of water. 💦 Before counties give the green light to these centers, they need to weigh the full impact on local resources. Ck it out.
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Ranked: Google’s Thirstiest Data Centers
Locating and ranking the thirstiest of Google’s data centers in America, by the millions of gallons of water consumed in 2023.
www.visualcapitalist.com
February 5, 2025 at 1:21 PM
💧Water conservationists, take note: Data centers don't just eat up tons of electricity—they also consume massive amounts of water. 💦 Before counties give the green light to these centers, they need to weigh the full impact on local resources. Ck it out.
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