K
@kimjemaine.bsky.social
deliberate and afraid of nothing. south africa to richmond. formerly: virginia lcv, ccan, advanced energy united. now: managing director, counterspark
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BREAKING: President Obama comes out in favor of Prop 50 in California.
California, help protect democracy and return your ballots today!
California, help protect democracy and return your ballots today!
October 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
BREAKING: President Obama comes out in favor of Prop 50 in California.
California, help protect democracy and return your ballots today!
California, help protect democracy and return your ballots today!
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29.1% of auto sales in California last quarter were electric vehicles! Almost a full third of sales! While this was partly due to expiring tax credits, it proves electric vehicles remain popular!
cleantechnica.com/2025/10/13/c...
cleantechnica.com/2025/10/13/c...
California Reaches 29.1% EV Share of Auto Sales in 3rd Quarter - CleanTechnica
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Taking advantage of the surge in EV sales that was definitely going to come from Republicans killing the US EV tax credit, Ca...
cleantechnica.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:56 PM
29.1% of auto sales in California last quarter were electric vehicles! Almost a full third of sales! While this was partly due to expiring tax credits, it proves electric vehicles remain popular!
cleantechnica.com/2025/10/13/c...
cleantechnica.com/2025/10/13/c...
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Using the power of the federal government to have a vocal critic of yours removed from the airwaves is a pretty textbook definition of fascism.
Further proof conservatives were always full of shit about cancel culture.
Further proof conservatives were always full of shit about cancel culture.
September 17, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Using the power of the federal government to have a vocal critic of yours removed from the airwaves is a pretty textbook definition of fascism.
Further proof conservatives were always full of shit about cancel culture.
Further proof conservatives were always full of shit about cancel culture.
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New, from me:
America is no longer a functioning democracy. It is a competitive authoritarian system, hurtling rapidly toward authoritarianism.
This was a hard piece to write but we can't move forward if we don’t acknowledge where we are.
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/the-author...
America is no longer a functioning democracy. It is a competitive authoritarian system, hurtling rapidly toward authoritarianism.
This was a hard piece to write but we can't move forward if we don’t acknowledge where we are.
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/the-author...
The authoritarian checklist
It is time to admit that America is no longer a functioning democracy
donmoynihan.substack.com
August 28, 2025 at 1:19 PM
New, from me:
America is no longer a functioning democracy. It is a competitive authoritarian system, hurtling rapidly toward authoritarianism.
This was a hard piece to write but we can't move forward if we don’t acknowledge where we are.
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/the-author...
America is no longer a functioning democracy. It is a competitive authoritarian system, hurtling rapidly toward authoritarianism.
This was a hard piece to write but we can't move forward if we don’t acknowledge where we are.
donmoynihan.substack.com/p/the-author...
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While some would argue that clean energy is an issue for one side of the political aisle, the truth is this: It's the most economically viable issue, and that makes it a huge winner for every state - from California to Florida. www.cnbc.com/2025/08/02/h...
How Florida quietly surpassed California in solar growth
Florida added more solar than California in 2024, despite no climate mandate. Can the boom last? CNBC visited Babcock Ranch to find out.
www.cnbc.com
August 7, 2025 at 1:44 PM
While some would argue that clean energy is an issue for one side of the political aisle, the truth is this: It's the most economically viable issue, and that makes it a huge winner for every state - from California to Florida. www.cnbc.com/2025/08/02/h...
good.
Dominion plans to install 1,700 solar panels at the new Richmond Flying Squirrels stadium, generating 1 MW of power — enough for 250 homes.
The project, the first of its kind in Richmond, is part of Dominion's push to expand solar power in urban areas.
virginiamercury.com/briefs/new-b...
The project, the first of its kind in Richmond, is part of Dominion's push to expand solar power in urban areas.
virginiamercury.com/briefs/new-b...
New baseball stadium solar energy project, one of the largest ever, coming to Richmond • Virginia Mercury
Dominion Energy is partnering with the Flying Squirrels to create a renewable energy power source atop forthcoming stadium
virginiamercury.com
August 5, 2025 at 5:53 PM
good.
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It’s simple: If Republicans cut clean energy investments, your electricity bills are going up.
May 10, 2025 at 6:31 PM
It’s simple: If Republicans cut clean energy investments, your electricity bills are going up.
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Hey, while you weren't looking, Virginia passed a law to enable virtual power plants in the state! V. cool.
Virginia law directs utility to launch virtual power plant pilot program
On May 2, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed the Community Energy Act (HB 2346/SB 1100) into law. The new law directs Dominion Energy to launch a 450-MW
www.solarpowerworldonline.com
May 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Hey, while you weren't looking, Virginia passed a law to enable virtual power plants in the state! V. cool.
If key advanced energy tax policies are repealed, the cost of energy for business, industry, and working families in Virginia will increase by over 7% by 2026. Tax credits are powering Virginia’s economy—don’t let them slip away: unlockingadvancedenergy.com/va
Virginia - Unlocking Advanced Energy
Over the Next Decade in Virginia, Advanced Energy Tax Credits Will Generate: $75B New Private Sector Investments $12.9B New Manufacturing Investments If key advanced energy tax policies are repealed, ...
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May 9, 2025 at 3:13 PM
If key advanced energy tax policies are repealed, the cost of energy for business, industry, and working families in Virginia will increase by over 7% by 2026. Tax credits are powering Virginia’s economy—don’t let them slip away: unlockingadvancedenergy.com/va
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Texas solar, energy storage companies plead with Congress to maintain federal clean energy tax credits, via @clairehao.bsky.social www.houstonchronicle.com/business/ene...
Texas solar companies urge Congress to protect federal tax credits
More than 50 solar companies with Texas ties signed onto a Thursday letter pleading with members of Congress to preserve federal clean energy tax credits.
www.houstonchronicle.com
May 8, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Texas solar, energy storage companies plead with Congress to maintain federal clean energy tax credits, via @clairehao.bsky.social www.houstonchronicle.com/business/ene...
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We are thrilled to cosponsor @chesapeakeclimate.bsky.social's 5K for the Planet on April 27. If you will be in or around Richmond, VA that day, learn more and sign up! us-p2p.engagingnetworks.app/10006/forthe...
5K For the Planet : HOME
Will you join me on April 27th for the Chesapeake Climate Action Network's (CCAN) first-ever 5k For the Planet in Richmond, Virginia?
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April 16, 2025 at 9:45 PM
We are thrilled to cosponsor @chesapeakeclimate.bsky.social's 5K for the Planet on April 27. If you will be in or around Richmond, VA that day, learn more and sign up! us-p2p.engagingnetworks.app/10006/forthe...
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Understand that when they talk about Americans working in textile factories and assembling iPhones, they are not envisioning their own children in those jobs. They are envisioning a class of people over which they and their children will have more power, with less irksome pushback.
April 7, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Understand that when they talk about Americans working in textile factories and assembling iPhones, they are not envisioning their own children in those jobs. They are envisioning a class of people over which they and their children will have more power, with less irksome pushback.
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This doesn't look good, folks
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
75% of US scientists who answered Nature poll consider leaving
More than 1,600 readers answered our poll; many said they were looking for jobs in Europe and Canada.
www.nature.com
March 27, 2025 at 7:55 PM
This doesn't look good, folks
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Want to let others know about how important clean energy tax credits are but aren't sure where to start? We've made a social toolkit just for you! Grab the images and posts that speak to you and share. counterspark.org/tax-credit-s...
Tax Credit Social Media Toolkit - Counterspark
Please find the social media toolkit below. While only 16 states are currently featured on the Unlocking Advanced Energy website, these tax cuts would cut proje
counterspark.org
March 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Want to let others know about how important clean energy tax credits are but aren't sure where to start? We've made a social toolkit just for you! Grab the images and posts that speak to you and share. counterspark.org/tax-credit-s...
The average family will pay $110 more for electricity next year if MAGA Republicans successfully repeal key clean energy tax credits! More clean energy can actually help cut bills. Learn more at this site, and spread the word about our clean, AFFORDABLE energy! unlockingadvancedenergy.com
Unlocking Advanced Energy
Learn more about how advanced energy is growing America’s economy, and the role tax policies play in that process.
unlockingadvancedenergy.com
March 27, 2025 at 7:08 PM
The average family will pay $110 more for electricity next year if MAGA Republicans successfully repeal key clean energy tax credits! More clean energy can actually help cut bills. Learn more at this site, and spread the word about our clean, AFFORDABLE energy! unlockingadvancedenergy.com
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“France’s research minister said a French scientist was denied entry to the US this month after immigration officers at an airport searched his phone and found messages in which he had expressed criticism of the Trump administration.” He had been traveling to a conference near Houston, TX. 3/19/25
French scientist denied US entry after phone messages critical of Trump found
France’s research minister said the scientist was traveling to Houston for a conference when his phone was searched
www.theguardian.com
March 20, 2025 at 3:04 AM
“France’s research minister said a French scientist was denied entry to the US this month after immigration officers at an airport searched his phone and found messages in which he had expressed criticism of the Trump administration.” He had been traveling to a conference near Houston, TX. 3/19/25
I'm so excited to have my friend Harrison Wallace join the Counterspark board. If you know him, you know Harrison has long been a leader in the climate and clean energy movement. I know he'll be a tremendous asset as we work to scale Counterspark's impact.
We are excited to announce our new board member, Harrison Wallace. He joins Nat Kreamer and Steve Caminati on the board. Harrison brings a wealth of strategic experience in philanthropy and climate and clean energy campaigns. We are thrilled to have you, Harrison!
March 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
I'm so excited to have my friend Harrison Wallace join the Counterspark board. If you know him, you know Harrison has long been a leader in the climate and clean energy movement. I know he'll be a tremendous asset as we work to scale Counterspark's impact.
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The U.S. is set to shatter grid battery records this year.
Should expectations bear out, the U.S. will install more grid batteries this year alone than it had installed altogether as of 2023: buff.ly/g1h6Hmj
Should expectations bear out, the U.S. will install more grid batteries this year alone than it had installed altogether as of 2023: buff.ly/g1h6Hmj
Chart: US is set to shatter grid battery records this year
In 2024, developers built energy storage at a rapid clip, adding nearly 11 GW to the grid. The industry is poised to grow even faster in 2025.
buff.ly
March 7, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The U.S. is set to shatter grid battery records this year.
Should expectations bear out, the U.S. will install more grid batteries this year alone than it had installed altogether as of 2023: buff.ly/g1h6Hmj
Should expectations bear out, the U.S. will install more grid batteries this year alone than it had installed altogether as of 2023: buff.ly/g1h6Hmj
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$21,500!
SCOOP with @kirstenkorosec.bsky.social: Volkswagen's new super-cheap EV the ID EVERY1 will be the first in its portfolio to use Rivian's software -- the result of the recently-inked joint venture between the two companies.
techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/v...
techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/v...
Volkswagen's cheapest EV ever is the first to use Rivian software | TechCrunch
Volkswagen's ultra-cheap EV called the ID EVERY1 — a small four-door hatchback revealed Wednesday — will be the first to roll out with software and
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March 5, 2025 at 9:19 PM
$21,500!
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My bill with @scvanvalkenburg.bsky.social and @selc.bsky.social. This will get more solar to the places everyone agrees it should go. It also protects ratepayers (all of us who pay electric bills) and incentivizes more renewable energy. Proud to have worked on it!
www.vpm.org/news/2025-03...
www.vpm.org/news/2025-03...
Virginia Democrats pass proposal to incentivize small solar projects
The measure could allow more customers to qualify for bill credits.
www.vpm.org
March 4, 2025 at 1:55 PM
My bill with @scvanvalkenburg.bsky.social and @selc.bsky.social. This will get more solar to the places everyone agrees it should go. It also protects ratepayers (all of us who pay electric bills) and incentivizes more renewable energy. Proud to have worked on it!
www.vpm.org/news/2025-03...
www.vpm.org/news/2025-03...
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Alina Habba on veterans who have been fired from government jobs: "Perhaps they're not fit to have a job at this moment."
March 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Alina Habba on veterans who have been fired from government jobs: "Perhaps they're not fit to have a job at this moment."
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We can— and must— defend constitutional norms as if they are institutions worth protecting while simultaneously acknowledging that those institutions are not self-executing and require political work to preserve.
March 4, 2025 at 1:34 PM
We can— and must— defend constitutional norms as if they are institutions worth protecting while simultaneously acknowledging that those institutions are not self-executing and require political work to preserve.
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Governor Whitmer had some very compelling message targeted to young men in her State of the State address this week. Very smart and needed.
February 27, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Governor Whitmer had some very compelling message targeted to young men in her State of the State address this week. Very smart and needed.
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"The sheep like the shade, plus the solar panels increase grass yield and protect sheep from predators," said Pearce. Meanwhile, Pearce revealed farmers and shepherds reap their own set of benefits, as "sheep eliminate the need for herbicides or costly grass cutting on the solar farms."
Researchers make unexpected discovery about sheep raised in nontraditional environment: 'There is an enormous opportunity'
Researchers were blown away by the findings of a study that examined the potential of agrivoltaics' growth in Canada.
www.thecooldown.com
February 17, 2025 at 11:22 PM
"The sheep like the shade, plus the solar panels increase grass yield and protect sheep from predators," said Pearce. Meanwhile, Pearce revealed farmers and shepherds reap their own set of benefits, as "sheep eliminate the need for herbicides or costly grass cutting on the solar farms."
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Clean energy creates jobs and improves the economy. Check out this site to learn more about exact numbers in your state! www.unlockingadvancedenergy.com!
Unlocking Advanced Energy
www.unlockingadvancedenergy.com
February 3, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Clean energy creates jobs and improves the economy. Check out this site to learn more about exact numbers in your state! www.unlockingadvancedenergy.com!