Michael Barrio – Advanced Energy United

Advanced Energy Holds the Line at the Arizona Legislature

Echo Stewart June 17, 2026 No Comments

On our blog, United's Michael Barrio outlines how United's policy teams engaged both during Arizona's legislative session and outside of session to protect the policy conditions that let Arizona keep…

Santa Fe New Mexican: Cutting Energy Costs Will Start at Home

Echo Stewart April 25, 2026 No Comments

In an op-ed for the Santa Fe New Mexican, United's Michael Barrio makes the case for more high-efficiency electric appliances, such as heat pumps and heat pump water heaters, to…

Arizona Capitol Times: Arizona Needs a Better Energy Strategy to Meet Growing Demand

Echo Stewart April 7, 2026 No Comments

Arizona is at a critical moment as energy demand rises rapidly. In an op-ed for the Arizona Capitol Times, United's Michael Barrio writes that the state legislature's current policy decisions risk…

New Mexico’s Compressed 30-Day Session: Challenges, Outcomes, and the Practical Path Forward

Echo Stewart February 26, 2026 No Comments

New Mexico is facing real pressure to try to grow its economy, lower electricity costs, and respond to climate impacts. United's Michael Barrio covers key outcomes and missed opportunities from New Mexico's 30-day session, outlining the work…

Arizona Capitol Times: Opinion – Is Arizona Still Open for Business? Energy Policy Choices Will Shape the State’s Economic Future

Eric Gordon May 23, 2025 No Comments

Arizona has long been known as a business-friendly state, but inconsistent energy policies and regulatory uncertainty are putting that reputation at risk. United's Michael Barrio authored an opinion piece for…

New Mexico Roundhouse Advances Clean Energy, Although Some Measures Fall Short

Eric Gordon March 25, 2025 No Comments

United's Michael Barrio covers key legislative wins and missed opportunities in the 2025 New Mexico legislative session. Advanced Energy United is committed to returning in 2026 to champion advanced energy…

The Albuquerque Journal: Opinion – NM Must Choose an Affordable and Sustainable Energy Future

Eric Gordon January 5, 2025 No Comments

New Mexico is facing an energy affordability crisis due to rising gas utility costs. The upcoming legislative session is a critical moment for the state. United's Michael Barrio authored an…

The Daily Independent: Barrio – Federal Funding for Advanced Energy Initiatives has Strengthened Arizona’s Economy — We Have to Keep the Momentum Going

Eric Gordon November 1, 2024 No Comments

Due to significant federal funding for advanced energy initiatives, Arizona stands to be one of the biggest beneficiaries in the country. United's Michael Barrio authored an opinion piece for the…

Advanced Energy United Hosts Arizona Corporation Commission Candidate Forum

Eric Gordon September 13, 2024 No Comments

United's Michael Barrio reflects on the recent Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) candidate forum, which was co-hosted and organized by United. The event brought together member companies from the United West…

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