The Colorado Sun reports on President Trump's recent executive actions targeting clean energy subsidies and advanced energy technologies, resulting in potentially higher electricity costs for Coloradans. United's Emilie Olson spoke to Colorado's deep policy foundation and market momentum, which are expected to help offset federal rollbacks.
The Colorado Sun: Trump v. Colorado - How the President’s Energy Agenda is Clashing with the State’s Lofty Green Ambitions
Topics: State Policy, United In The News, Emilie Olson, Federal Priorities, Colorado
The Center Square: Rays of Hope in Clean Energy as Feds Forego Wind and Solar
The Center Square reports on the passage of H.R. 1 and its impacts on the clean energy industry with the phase-out of key tax incentives. While the rollback is expected to reduce job growth and stall some advanced energy projects, United's Harry Godfrey stated that existing projects beginning construction within a year can still benefit from the credits. United's Chris D'Agostino also emphasized that renewables are still the fastest and most cost-effective way to meet growing energy demand.
Topics: State Policy, United In The News, Pennsylvania, Harrison Godfrey, Offshore Wind, Solar, Federal Priorities, Chris D'Agostino
RTO Insider: PJM Capacity Prices Hit $329/MW-day Price Cap
RTO Insider reports on PJM's capacity auction results, with prices hitting the $329.17/MW-day price cap approved by FERC. United's Jon Gordon stated that new resources are needed to meet forecast demand, advocating for critical reforms to streamline interconnection processes.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Transmission, Jon Gordon, Interconnection
Newsweek: Map Shows Which States Could See Energy Bills Rise From GOP Budget Bill
Newsweek reports on the potential impacts of H.R. 1 in driving up energy bills and stalling advanced energy deployment in states across the country. United's Harry Godfrey warns that the shrinking U.S. market for advanced energy technologies may dissuade domestic manufacturers from investing in clean energy projects, resulting in stunted job growth, reduced grid reliability, and increased costs for both individuals and developers.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Harrison Godfrey, Federal Priorities
POLITICO: 'Final nail' - Trump Administration Memo Could Strike Fatal Blow to Wind and Solar Power
POLITICO reports on a Trump administration memo mandating that the Interior Secretary must personally approve almost every aspect of wind and solar projects on federal land, which could result in stunted project development efforts. United's Harry Godfrey criticized the administration's decision, arguing that the memo creates harmful bureaucratic red tape and undermines proven, affordable advanced energy solutions to meet rising energy demand.
Topics: United In The News, Harrison Godfrey, Offshore Wind, Solar, Federal Priorities
Canary Media: Virginia Regulators Rebuke Dominion’s Long-Term Plan, but OK it Anyway
Virginia's State Corporation Commission conditionally approved Dominion Energy's proposed 15-year energy plan, but noted that it fails to address Virginia's statutory requirement for 100% carbon-free electricity by 2045. Canary Media spoke with United's Shawn Kelly, who stated that the proposal must support a reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future by making use of proven advanced energy solutions, such as energy efficiency and battery storage.
Topics: Virginia, United In The News, Shawn Kelly
Ohio Capital Journal: Ohioans’ Electric Bills Could Climb Depending on Regional Grid Auction
Ohio Capital Journal reports that Ohio ratepayers may see further increases in their electric bills when PJM Interconnection releases its annual capacity auction results. United's Jon Gordon discussed the different factors that drove energy rate hikes in last year's PJM capacity auction, including slow interconnection processes, poor transmission planning, and rising energy demand.
Topics: Ohio, United In The News, Transmission, Jon Gordon, Interconnection
RTO Insider: Calif. Pathways Bill Delayed After Orgs Withdraw Support, While Newsom Signals Backing for Effort
RTO Insider reports on the delayed hearing for the California Pathways Bill after several organizations withdrew support for the proposed legislation unless amended. United's Leah Rubin Shen commended the legislature for delaying the hearing, highlighting that a resilient regional electricity market that includes California will benefit the entire West by delivering affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy across the region.
Topics: United In The News, Leah Rubin Shen, Transmission, California
Newsweek: GOP Budget Could Increase Energy Bills for Millions of Americans
Newsweek reports on the passage of H.R. 1 and its potential to increase energy costs for Americans nationwide. United's Harry Godfrey stated that the bill stripped away several tax credits that supported advanced energy projects across the country, and as a result, millions of Americans will suffer the consequences, including higher electricity costs, reduced job growth, and a less reliable grid.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Harrison Godfrey, Federal Priorities
The Houston Chronicle: Texans Could See Higher Energy Costs as Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Slows Clean Energy Growth, Report Says
In an article for The Houston Chronicle, United's Harry Godfrey warns that clean energy growth in Texas could be stalled as a result of the passage of H.R. 1, emphasizing that the removal of key federal tax credits could potentially stunt job growth, increase electricity costs, and reduce domestic manufacturing across the state.
Topics: United In The News, Economic Impact, Harrison Godfrey, Offshore Wind, Solar, Federal Priorities