Federal Priorities

Inside Climate News reports on the advancement of legislation to repeal key clean energy tax credits. United’s Harry Godfrey and other advocates warn that that this move could increase energy costs, jeopardize thousands of clean energy jobs, and threaten America’s energy dominance.

Inside Climate News reports on President Trump’s proposed cuts to the 2026 fiscal year budget, which includes deep cuts to renewable energy research, low-income heating assistance, and environmental justice programs, reflecting a broader rollback of energy and infrastructure spending. United’s Harry Godfrey advocated that advanced energy technologies are essential for an economy with abundant and affordable energy and criticized the budget request for seemingly defunding programs based on keywords, such as ‘environmental justice’ and ‘renewable energy.’

Advanced energy manufacturing in the U.S. is facing increased business uncertainty amid threats to undo the tax credits that have been fueling record investment. United’s Harry Godfrey spoke with The New York Times about how manufacturing companies look not only at tax programs for building new plants but also market demand for products when weighing future investments.

The Nevada Current reports that Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has acknowledged the positive impacts of federal programs and spending for the state, but despite this recognition, he has not actively defended these programs against federal rollbacks. United’s Harry Godfrey emphasized the widespread uncertainty that the federal funding freezes have caused for both businesses and individuals alike, raising concerns about the future of advanced energy initiatives that have contributed to Nevada’s economic growth.

National business association Advanced Energy United congratulates 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.

Following President-Elect Trump’s nominations for U.S. Department of Interior and Secretary of Energy, United’s Harry Godfrey told Utility Dive that the hope is that industrial policy that prioritizes domestic manufacturing will resonate with bipartisan audiences.

Reinvesting in Shoreline Economies and Ecosystems (RISEE) Act will direct more benefits to communities with offshore wind

National business association Advanced Energy United congratulates President Trump on his electoral victory and urges an energy agenda that leverages domestic production of advanced energy solutions to meet America’s growing energy challenges.

Canary Media reports reports on concerns that a second Trump administration could undo many of the Biden administration’s clean energy achievements, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Advanced Energy United’s Harrison Godfrey expresses hope that the new administration will take a balanced approach that would preserve the gains made in clean energy and minimize disruptions to job creation and economic growth.

Utility Dive examines the expected impact of a second Trump presidential term on the future of the Inflation Reduction Act and offshore wind projects. United’s Harry Godfrey predicted initiatives under the new administration are unlikely to significantly hinder the growth of renewable energy, highlighting that the ongoing clean energy transition has the potential to lower consumer energy bills and help reduce inflation in the long term.

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 Daily Independent, praising the economic gains advanced energy has produced in Arizona and highlights the importance of continued growth in the advanced energy industry.

Utility Dive interviews several experts, including United’s Harry Godfrey, on how the results of the November 2024 election could shape the future of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), permitting reform, and transportation electrification.