How Tax Credits Are Unlocking Advanced Energy Across America | February 7, 2025
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A Note From Our CEO
Market forces and policy choices have propelled Texas into the national lead for installed large-scale solar and wind capacity, and it’s closing in on California for the top spot in energy storage deployment as well. Next week, we’re revealing the recipe for the success?they’ve cooked up in the Lone Star State in our free webinar, “What States Can Learn from the Texas Energy Deployment Playbook.” Of course, this progress can’t be taken for granted. The tax cuts that are playing a key role in making it easier for Texas and other states to build these energy projects are at risk of going away, threatening grid resilience, energy security, and the growth of our industry. To showcase how these tax cuts are unlocking the door to new jobs, economic growth, and energy abundance, we’ve launched a new website this week that I invite you to explore and share: UnlockingAdvancedEnergy.com.
Policy Update
(From Left to Right) Dan Berkowitz of Bekaert, Curren Lehr of Bekaert, Raghav Murali of PowerFlex, Ayanna Dunmore of PowerFlex, Renae Steichen of REV Renewables, Harry Godfrey of Advanced Energy United, Mona Tierney-Lloyd of Enel North America, Dustin Dunaway of HDM Capitol, and Joey Paolino of Advanced Energy United.
This week, United member companies, including Enel North America, REV Renewables, GoodLeap, Bekaert, PowerFlex, HDM Finance, and Blink Charging, joined United’s Harry Godfrey and Joey Paolino on Capitol Hill to discuss with lawmakers and staff about the importance of sustaining and supporting strategic tax policies that lower energy costs, strengthen U.S. manufacturing, enhance competitiveness with China, and support American energy security. The group met with Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Ron Estes (R-KS), Claudia Tenney (R-NY), and Michael Carey (R-OH), along with staff from a dozen offices. View more photos.>?
Advanced Energy United congratulated Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior, Doug Burgum, and Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, Chris Wright, on their respective Cabinet confirmations by the U.S. Senate. Our President and CEO Heather O’Neill shared her sentiments with Secretaries Burgum and Wright to lower energy costs, strengthen the electric grid, and create American energy independence, urging the incoming administration to embrace the proven power of advanced energy solutions. At United, we are committed to removing the barriers to building advanced energy infrastructure through sound public policy, including improving siting and permitting procedures and transmission planning processes. Read more.>?
Webinars
Join Advanced Energy United for our upcoming webinar as we examine how the Lone Star State’s unique market structure has driven significant advanced energy deployment and what risks lie ahead as the state navigates reliability concerns, load growth, and shifting political priorities in its 89th legislative session. Our conversation, moderated by Matthew Boms, Executive Director of our Texas chapter Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (TAEBA), will explore the successes, challenges, and lessons emerging from Texas' energy landscape, offering actionable insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates nationwide. Register here.>
Amidst the shifting political landscape, our webinar provided valuable insights regarding the potential impacts on the advanced energy sector under the Trump administration. Moderated by United’s Harry Godfrey, the discussion delved into new opportunities and challenges facing America’s energy transition in a new political era. Panelists from our member companies, Generac and Google, evaluated how policy shifts and key appointments could delay innovation and investment in advanced energy technologies, exploring long-term implications for business outcomes and the broader advanced energy sector. Watch the recording here.>
In the News
The Boston Globe: Trump’s Attempted Funding Freeze Was Blocked. So Why Are Billions in Grants for Solar Still Locked Up?
The Boston Globe?covers President Trump's recent executive order to pause federal funding for solar energy projects, causing significant implications for numerous solar initiatives in Massachusetts and the broader New England region. United's?Jeremy McDiarmid?expressed concern that the administration's funding freeze could hinder the region's progress toward clean energy goals, increase costs, and slow economic growth. Read more.>
President Trump's recent executive order to pause federal funding has led to significant economic disruptions nationwide, and although federal courts have ordered the resumption of funding, the path forward remains uncertain. United's?Harry Godfrey?spoke with?Canary Media, emphasizing the economic strains, layoffs, and grid challenges Americans are facing across the country due to the freezes. Read more.>?
领英推荐
Erie News Now?reports on Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's "Lightning Plan," which covers a range of policy suggestions, including energy affordability, tax credits, and advanced energy project development. United's?Morgan Pinnell?praised the Governor's proposal, highlighting the cost-savings clean energy solutions provide for ratepayers. Read more.>?
Inside Climate News: Mid-Atlantic States, PJM Agree to Price Cap for Capacity Auction, Temporarily Easing Energy Affordability Concerns
Inside Climate News?reports that PJM Interconnection has reached a settlement with Pennsylvania to cap capacity auction prices, aiming to mitigate soaring electricity costs. United's?Jon Gordon?emphasized the importance of PJM completing the auction quickly and efficiently to reduce market uncertainty. Read more.>
Inside Climate News: Virginia Debate Over Solar Development Goals and Land Use Has Rural Lawmakers on Edge
Inside Climate News?reports that Virginia is debating the establishment of the Virginia Energy Facility Review Board, a proposed body that would evaluate solar farm projects across the state. United's?Jim Purekal?spoke to the benefits of solar power and other renewable energy sources, stating that a diverse set of large-scale advanced energy projects is necessary for Virginia to meet its clean energy goals.?Read more.>
Member News
In an interview with Newsweek, Nick Chaset, the new CEO of United member company Octopus Energy US, discussed the company’s strategy to expand clean energy solutions in traditionally conservative states. Chaset emphasized that despite political challenges, there is significant demand for renewable energy across the US. He also highlighted the company’s commitment to making clean power accessible and affordable, aiming to drive the transition to sustainable energy nationwide. Read more.>
United member company Blink Charging has announced Mike Battaglia as President & CEO to lead the company’s global growth in EV infrastructure and energy resilience. Headquartered in Bowie, Maryland, near the nation’s capital, Blink plays a central role in the conversation about U.S. and global energy security and reliability. Under Battaglia’s leadership, the company will continue to enhance EV charging accessibility and support the transition to clean, reliable energy. Read more.>
Industry Events
Over three jam-packed days, Intersolar and Energy Storage North America attendees will get to hear from thousands of solar and energy storage professionals, gaining key insights into best practices for the design, installation, and maintenance of code-compliant PV, storage systems, and EV charging infrastructure. Be sure to catch United’s Ryan Gallentine and Alex Lawton, as well as Amy McGuire, Senior Director at United member company Highland Electric Fleets, who will be among the 125+ speakers at the event. Register here.>?
Mark your calendars for Infocast’s 2025 ERCOT Market Summit in Austin, TX! The conference will provide a deep dive into the impacts of new policies on grid reliability, power pricing, project development, and how to best meet the shifting needs of commercial, industrial, and retail customers within the Lone Star state. Join TAEBA’s Matthew Boms, who will be moderating the “Energy Issues in the 89th Legislative Session – Assessing the Potential Impacts” panel on the second day of the event. Register here.>?
Following the inauguration of a new Congress and administration, the 2025 ACORE Policy Forum in Washington, DC – now an expanded two-day event – will tackle the most urgent policy issues facing the clean energy industry. Join policymakers and industry leaders for discussions of what to watch in tax reform, how policy uncertainty is affecting project timelines and finance, trade and supply chain developments, transmission expansion and wholesale power market issues, and more. Don't miss United's Jeremy McDiarmid as he takes the stage for "Getting to Yes: Next Steps for Federal Transmission Permitting Reform." Register here.>?
Our team is looking forward to attending DISTRIBUTECH International in Dallas, Texas! The event will bring together over 700+ exhibitors, showcasing transformative solutions in electricity delivery automation, energy efficiency, demand response, and more! United is excited to discuss new strategies that will shape the future of transmission and distribution across the nation. Register here.>
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