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Marketplace discussed President Trump's executive orders, specifically his "national energy emergency" declaration, which prioritizes traditional energy infrastructure. In the article, United's President and CEO Heather O'Neill urged the administration to leverage the proven power of advanced energy technologies to meet growing energy demand, reduce costs, and achieve greater energy abundance in America. 

Utility Dive discusses the outlook of the renewable energy sector in 2025, addressing both the positive trends and potential challenges the industry may face under a second Trump presidency. United's President and CEO Heather O'Neill offered key insights into the current and future state of advanced energy, highlighting the scale of investment and growth that the industry has experienced over the years.

The New York Times reports on the potential impacts of President Trump's initiatives to restructure America's energy infrastructure. United's President and CEO Heather O'Neill shared her insights surrounding the President's most recent executive orders and the uncertainty they cause for the businesses that are lowering energy costs and increasing grid resiliency.

Heatmap News reports on President Trump's executive order declaring a "national energy emergency" to boost U.S. energy production, which notably excludes renewable energy options. The article quotes United's President and CEO Heather O'Neill, who urged the administration to leverage the proven power of advanced energy technologies in order to achieve greater energy abundance in America.

Massachusetts has released its annual Climate Report Card, which assesses state progress toward achieving its clean energy goals. The Boston Globe summarized the findings of the report, providing input from advanced energy experts, including United's Kat Burnham, who emphasized the importance of a sustained commitment to overcoming clean energy barriers in 2025 and beyond.

CT Mirror discusses the potential challenges that Connecticut and the broader New England region may face in advancing their clean energy initiatives under the second Trump Administration. United's Jeremy McDiarmid spoke to the progress of offshore wind projects in Connecticut, highlighting that New England states will have to continue to lead to meet their energy goals, amidst shifts in political power.

Inside Climate News interviewed several energy experts about what to expect from state governments on renewable energy policies in the new year. United’s Amisha Rai pointed to the California Legislature’s opportunity to support the development of a regional transmission grid through the West’s Pathways Initiative. She also highlighted the bipartisan support for advanced energy solutions in Texas.

Utility Dive interviewed advanced energy leaders, identifying key challenges the American electric power sector may face in 2025. United's Heather O'Neill spoke to ongoing load growth in the U.S. and how it will drive demand for renewable energy to meet that growth. She also emphasized the importance of state leadership in implementing advanced energy solutions.

New Mexico is facing an energy affordability crisis due to rising gas utility costs. The upcoming legislative session is a critical moment for the state. United's Michael Barrio authored an opinion piece for The Albuquerque Journal, urging state legislators to embrace cleaner, more efficient electric technologies, modernize the energy grid, and implement policies that will reduce costs, protect vulnerable families, and support a sustainable energy future for the state.

The Arizona Republic reports on Arizona's recent decline in rooftop solar installations over the past year, attributed to a combination of regulatory hurdles and financial barriers. United's Michael Barrio spoke to Arizona's potential as a leader in solar energy adoption, emphasizing the need for stable policies that support the solar industry's growth across the state.