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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.

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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The $757B includes both im/explicit tax subsidies, making oil & gas seem cheaper & distorting market realities. It’s a joke for Big Oil Burgum to claim OSW is a mature industry unworthy of incentives, given our history of subsidizing carbon-polluting fuels w far greater downstream costs!

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,...

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...

People deny climate change, not because the evidence isn’t clear, but because they're afraid of the truth. Backed by billions in corporate money, disinformation thrives. How long will we let profit and lies destroy our future? When will the masses awaken?

I completely agree. Canada & Europe stand to benefit from our failure to prioritize clean energy. It’s incredibly frustrating. While local opposition to project siting will likely persist in Canada & elsewhere, we're actively seeking opportunities where we can offer support beyond the U.S. as well.

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

Wow: New analysis shows the benefits of OSW farms are 14 times greater than the costs! x.com/rff/status/1...

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.

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...

Southeast PA Counties Move to Activate Renewable Energy Purchasing  

How can municipalities level up their renewable energy efforts and access clean energy at a lower cost? Bulk purchasing.

www.chesco.org/CivicAlerts....

Adding to the challenge is the boom of data centers targeting TX. They're not only massive energy suckers but massive water suckers too.

So now when we overtake China as the largest GHG polluter in total annual emissions, we won't even know it.

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.

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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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...

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...

Short-changing farmers— is this really the way to save taxpayer dollars?

Inefficiencies are running wild.

Go Mo!

BP: Profits over People and Planet

I support efforts to combat mis/disinformation, but responsibility is key. If not us, then who? In the US, the pres spreads falsehoods, denies climate change, & allows unchecked social media. Responsible individuals/orgs must step up, countering harmful narratives w truth, visibility, & persuasion.

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.

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...

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.

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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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.

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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Agree! States have always been the innovator, but the misinformation wars that started well before 1/20 need to be countered with more sophisticated tactics if we make headway.

Blue states need more clean energy investment to meet net-zero goals. Cutting renewables like OSW raises energy prices, burdening ratepayers and risking the 2050 targets. Unfortunately, June's rate hike is just the beginning. Expanding renewables is key to balancing climate and cost.

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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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...

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...

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.

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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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.”

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...

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.

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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Why aren't we seeing more headlines like: 'Oil and Gas Drilling Devastates Fish and Wildlife, Destroys Their Habitats, and Poses Deadly Risks to Humans'?

When we're at the bottom, there's nowhere to go but up...