Uncertainty After Day 1 Executive Orders: What We Know, What’s Next

What We Know, What’s Next: President Trump’s recent executive orders have thrown federal clean energy investments into uncertainty, pausing critical funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.?

What this means for businesses:

• Uncertainty abounds – Despite the Office of Management and Budget rescinding its broader freeze on federal funding from earlier this week, a wide array of clean energy programs and grant disbursements remain halted due to Trump’s Day 1 Executive Order, leaving businesses unsure of their next steps.
• Headwinds for wind – The halt on offshore wind leases and the rollback of EV policies add another layer of unpredictability to the clean energy sector, threatening jobs and long-term investments.
• State and local impact – With federal funding stalled, state and local governments may need to reassess their clean energy strategies in the months ahead.

We want to hear from you: As we continue to track the impact of these executive orders, we want to hear directly from those affected.?

• Which specific programs are affected by executive order?
• How will this impact funding that has already been allocated?
• What options exist for businesses and states to work around the funding pause?

If you have any stories you would like to share please email Alyssa Cortes: [email protected].??

The bottom line: The uncertainty surrounding federal programs is already creating ripple effects across the industry. Now, more than ever, it’s critical to highlight the benefits of clean energy and push for clarity on how these executive orders will impact jobs, businesses, and the broader economy.

Stay tuned for updates as we continue to monitor developments.

Sincerely, Andrew and the CE4A Team

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