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In an opinion piece for Colorado Politics, United’s Emilie Olson praises Governor Polis’ recent executive action as a strong step toward keeping energy reliable and affordable despite the rollback of clean energy tax credits from H.R. 1. Olson urges all corners of Colorado’s government to act swiftly on low-cost solutions, such as deploying advanced transmission technologies, expanding virtual power plants, and advancing integrated infrastructure planning to meet growing energy demand without raising costs to deliver on Colorado’s clean energy promises. 

Stateline reports that state officials across the country are rushing to fast-track solar and wind projects before clean energy tax credits are removed. United's Managing Director Harry Godfrey warns that abrupt halts on tax incentives will derail long-planned energy projects, while United's Senior Vice President of Advocacy Amisha Rai notes that nationwide demand for electricity is expected to continue propelling renewable deployment over the long-term.

In an interview with Kara Holsopple from The Allegheny Front, United's Jon Gordon discussed PJM Interconnection's latest capacity auction results and the root causes behind the grid's price spikes, advocating for critical reforms to streamline interconnection processes.

The Denver Post reports on the Colorado Public Utilities Commission’s approval of Xcel Energy’s plan to join SPP's Markets+, despite concerns from consumer and environmental advocates. United’s Brian Turner criticized the decision and warned that it could delay progress toward a fully organized wholesale market, undermine Colorado’s clean energy goals, and urged the state to look into joining other markets in the region that offer greater renewable energy access and long-term cost savings.

The Denver Post reports on Colorado Governor Polis' letter directing state agencies to streamline advanced energy projects amidst federal setbacks. United's Emilie Olson commended the Governor's swift action and commitment to Colorado's clean energy goals, highlighting the importance of strong leadership as the state faces growing energy affordability and reliability challenges.

In an interview with Heatmap News, United's President and CEO Heather O'Neill highlights how, amid federal rollbacks, growing budget pressures, and rising energy demand, states are now at the center of the clean energy transition.

The Colorado Sun reports on the Colorado Public Utilities Commission’s approval of Xcel Energy’s $30 million plan to join SPP's Markets+. United’s Brian Turner said the decision will balkanize the Western grid, increase energy costs, and delay progress in clean energy development.

The Santa Fe New Mexican reports on the rollback of federal renewable energy tax credits following the passage of H.R. 1, which will slow down advanced energy projects in New Mexico. United's Harry Godfrey and Amisha Rai encourage state leaders to step up to meet climate and energy reliability goals as federal support decreases, highlighting the resilience of the clean energy industry.