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Analysis and Commentary
Everyone Wants Pennsylvania To Be The Next “Hydrogen Hub”– Buyer Beware
EI’s Greg Alvarez explains that while hydrogen will be an important climate tool, the specifics of a project matter and some will do little to cut emissions, like one under consideration in Pennsylvania.
America’s Clean Tech Industrial Revolution Is Underway, Thanks To President Biden
EI’s Sara Baldwin explains the Biden Administration’s recent executive actions focused on boosting American clean technology manufacturing could have a revolutionary effect.
Four Ways California Can Keep The Power On Amid Climate Change. More Natural Gas Isn’t One Of Them.
EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains California can make its grid cleaner and more reliable by diversifying its portfolio of clean energy sources.
To Fight Inflation, Pass EV Tax Credits Now
EI’s Robbie Orvis explains EVs can help fight inflation and protect consumers from volatile gas prices, but further policy action is needed.
Commentary: Oregon Must Take Action To Stay In The Race To Cut Emissions
EI’s Shelley Wenzel explains Oregon has long been a climate leader, but now is not the time for policymakers to rest on their laurels if the state is meet its greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Renewable Energy Lessons From European Communities
EI’s Hadley Tallackson explains that by creating structures for marginalized communities to generate their own renewable electricity, community-driven programs like RECs improve energy justice, but they need careful design to not worsen inequities.
California Can Reliably Hit 85% Clean Energy By 2030 Without Risking Any Outages– En Route To A 100% Clean Grid
EI’s Eric Gimon explains California’s grid can get more reliable the cleaner it gets, but policymakers need to take continued action to make it happen.
Reliably Hitting 85% Clean Electricity Has Huge Implications For California– And The Rest Of The Country
EI’s Dan Esposito explains that California can set an example for other states with ambitious climate targets by cleaning its grid while reliably keeping the lights on.
Did California Actually Hit 97% Renewables In April? Yes And No
EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains that while California hit a significant milestone on an April day, much works remains for the state to reach its 100% clean energy target.
The $150 Billion Road Electric School Buses Can Ride To Create American Jobs And Protect Kids’ Health
EI’s Sarah Spengeman explains electrifying our school bus fleet is worth billions to American manufacturing and can help prevent childhood asthma while supporting brain development.