Texas added over 1 GW of utility-scale solar in Q3. Nationwide, the U.S. installed 11.7 GW—up 49% from Q2. Solar made up 58% of new grid capacity through Q3, and solar-plus-storage reached 85%. Full report: https://seia.org/research-resources/us-solar-market-insight/

The Port of Long Beach cut emissions by 90 percent while cargo increased. Incoming CEO Dr. Noel Hacegaba shares how clean energy, planning, and strong partnerships are driving real change at one of the busiest ports in the country.

The House passed 2 permitting bills to cut delays & bring projects online faster. The SPEED Act is next. NEPA reform is key to building energy & jobs here at home.

E&E News: House passes 2 permitting bills as Westerman urges NEPA overhaul

The House Natural Resources chair is unsure about the fate of his "SPEED Act" up for a vote next week.

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Permitting is broken. In Watts the Tea, Zainab and Hannah explain why the system slows clean energy and keeps the status quo in place. We don’t need to start from scratch. We need to stop designing for delay. https://youtube.com/shorts/OoEI5dxJo5k

At @americanprogressaction.org in DC, Senator Mark Kelly shared that over 90% of new energy added to the grid in the last few years came from solar, wind, and hydropower. The U.S. is building momentum. https://youtube.com/shorts/xga1ttKXvxQ

Senator Mark Kelly: 90% of New U.S. Energy Is Solar, Wind, and Hydropower

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Farm to Power is helping rural communities connect with clean energy. That means stronger farms, more local jobs, and another way to keep families on the land. Clean energy is part of the future for agriculture.

Q3 clean energy investment hit $75 billion. That’s a record. Utility-scale power is rising while manufacturing slows. Growth depends on faster permitting and steady policy. https://www.forbes.com/sites/current-climate/2025/12/01/surprise-cleantech-spending-may-hit-record-amid-trumps-carbon-push

Surprise: Cleantech Spending May Hit Record Despite Trump’s Carbon Push

This week’s Current Climate newsletter also looks at how AI is ushering in a new nuclear age and investing in developing nations amid a pullback in U.S. aid and private funding

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PJM prices are up, clean energy could lower bills, and Zainab and Hannah are here to spill it all in the first episode of Watts the Tea. This one’s giving Housewives of New Jersey energy. ▶️ https://youtu.be/tBXBWOqKstU?si=12mk3qLb5a1m3Z_4

Watts the Tea: The Secret Lives of New Jersey's Power Players

New Jersey's grid drama is giving major Housewives of New Jersey energy. In the latest Watts the Tea, we break down what's really behind those rising utility bills. PJM's market decisions, fossil fuel dependence, and limited transparency are driving p...

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American drivers overwhelmingly support fuel economy standards that will save drivers money and reduce passenger vehicle pollution. The NHTSA rollback of CAFE standards is a direct attack on consumers. https://www.nrdc.org/sites/default/files/energy-independence-clean-car-standards-fs.pdf

This Giving Tuesday, invest in American progress. Support the Clean Energy for America Education Fund (501c3). Your tax-deductible gift funds public education for our energy future. Donate: facesofcleanenergy.org/donate #GivingTuesday

Veterans in clean energy: want to level up your media skills? CE4A & Project Vanguard are hosting a training to help you speak on the record about your work & the industry. Reporters are looking for voices like yours. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9f6UuQFeSBGX51G87O8fdA

This Colorado rooftop solar project could cut energy costs by 80%. That savings for taxpayers is at risk as federal incentives end Dec 31 under the OBBA. Thousands of projects face the same deadline. www.gjsentinel.com/news/western...

Confluence Center rushing to finish solar project before federal incentives end

The Confluence Center of Colorado is rushing to finish the second phase of its solar installation before federal incentives expire on Dec. 31.

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PA, NJ, and DE families saved over $200M from the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit. All that savings ends Dec. 31 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Final chance to complete eligible upgrades. Details: https://whyy.org/articles/home-insulation-tax-credit-air-conditioners/

A home energy efficiency tax credit expires soon. Here's what to know

The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit saved households in Pa., Del. and N.J. more than $200 million in a recent tax year.

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This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our network of clean energy supporters across the country. Want to help advance U.S. energy independence, good jobs, and reliable American power? Join us: https://ceforamerica.org/join/

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Ports move 80% of goods. Decarbonizing them means cutting diesel, cleaning up the air, and modernizing how we move products. Zainab breaks down how this work at Long Beach supports supply chains and clean energy goals.

IBEW workers in Baltimore are preparing for the next generation of energy jobs. But the federal government is blocking projects. That’s cutting jobs and driving prices up. https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/trump-vendetta-wind-gutting-jobs-raising-prices-1235471067/

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Some lawmakers are targeting job standards tied to public projects. As Zainab explains, working with communities is good business. It builds trust and delivers better results. Cutting these tools leaves workers and cities with less. https://youtube.com/shorts/gnvDC1PGgeo

Solar is the lowest-cost new power source. Voters in NJ and VA backed leaders ready to deploy storage and virtual power plants to cut costs and manage peak demand. https://www.thecentersquare.com/new_jersey/article_bd694946-e1c0-4725-9941-e5aab7ac9fa6.html

Did clean energy optimism back Democrats' election wins?

(The Center Square) – Cost of living dominated voter concerns in this year's elections, and clean energy policies may have shaped outcomes in several states where candidates made them central

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On Nov. 20 at 2 PM ET, leaders from Navajo Power, Indigenized Energy and the Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy join Clean Energy for America for a virtual event on Tribal-led energy. Speakers include Dr. Miller, Cody Two Bears, Clara Pratte and Alyssa Cortes.

The U.S. added 12 GW of solar in early 2025, with 21 more expected by 2026. EIA confirms solar & storage are the most cost-effective power. Texas leads with 27% of new capacity. The grid is getting stronger & more reliable. https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/solar-energy-storage-advantages/

New report reveals stunning shift in US power grid: 'Backbone of America's energy future'

The latest federal data confirms it: Clean energy is quickly becoming the cornerstone of America's power grid.

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Solar remains the #1 choice for companies expanding clean energy. This Forbes survey found 69% of executives expect solar to have global impact. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-research/2025/11/13/companies-are-betting-on-renewable-energy-when-will-it-pay-off/

Companies Are Betting On Renewable Energy. When Will It Pay Off?

Nearly six in 10 business leaders said they plan to expand their use of renewables over the following 12 months

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Electricity demand is now rising faster than total energy use. The IEA’s latest outlook points to continued growth in solar, nuclear, hydropower and wind. https://apnews.com/article/climate-world-energy-outlook-cop-renewable-coal-b0a5c5d31bfe76632067c1c631d63849

Diverse and resilient energy production is needed to meet future demand, global report says

Electricity demand will rise much faster than overall energy growth in the coming decades, underscoring the need for diversified energy sources and supply chains, That's according to a new report by the International Energy Agency.

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Electricity demand is now rising faster than total energy use. The IEA’s latest outlook points to continued growth in solar, nuclear, hydropower and wind. https://apnews.com/article/climate-world-energy-outlook-cop-renewable-coal-b0a5c5d31bfe76632067c1c631d63849

Diverse and resilient energy production is needed to meet future demand, global report says

Electricity demand will rise much faster than overall energy growth in the coming decades, underscoring the need for diversified energy sources and supply chains, That's according to a new report by the International Energy Agency.

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The U.S. still depends on imports for key materials like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths. As our Senior Director Zainab explains, DOE funding has helped build a U.S. supply chain. Pulling back now would slow progress and leave us more exposed. https://youtube.com/shorts/g3rIh6ZGFSA

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Energy bills have jumped more than 30% in five years. Voters are noticing. In New Jersey, Virginia and Georgia, candidates who focused on bringing down costs and expanding American energy came out ahead. https://www.vox.com/climate/467770/election-2025-results-democrats-electricity-prices-trump

Clean energy could become a huge political winner

Rising power bills quietly shaped this year's races -- and gave Democrats a new attack line on climate.

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Virginia and New Jersey voters chose candidates focused on cutting energy bills and building more reliable systems. Leaders who connect clean energy with affordability and jobs are winning support. @americanprogressaction.org 🔗 www.americanprogressaction.org/article/the-...

Mandela Barnes and Forward Together Wisconsin are helping people take control of energy costs. From weatherization help to solar options, they’re making clean energy more accessible across the state. Wisconsin has what it takes to lead. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/drF-yuUQn-A

Nearly 23,000 veterans work in solar and storage. When clean energy is cut, they’re the ones most at risk. These jobs support energy security and American strength. @solarindustry.bsky.social's Greg Giunta explains in RealClearEnergy: www.realclearenergy.org/articles/202...

States with more clean energy are paying less for electricity. Iowa, New Mexico, and Texas prove wind and solar mean lower bills. youtube.com/shorts/swk7i...

Clean energy is cutting your electric bill

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A national coalition is hiring an Executive Director to lead strategy and support local energy leadership across the U.S. America Is All In offers a remote senior role with frequent travel and strong benefits. Apply by Nov. 24: https://grossmansolutions.applytojob.com/apply/xgNd2RWnde

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