Press Archive

All U.S. Coal Plants Except 1 Are Less Economical Than Wind, Solar– Researchers

EI’s Michelle Solomon and Eric Gimon explain that siting new renewables near former coal plants could speed up the clean energy transition by eliminating transmission bottlenecks.

Granholm Ecstatic At Red State Surge In Renewable Energy: ‘That Is Fantastic’

EI’s Robbie Orvis explains the Inflation Reduction Act will drive new investment decisions in domestic clean energy manufacturing.

The U.S. Can Go Much Bigger On Offshore Wind: 3 Lessons From The UK And Denmark

EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains there’s ample room for the U.S. to strengthen its modest offshore wind targets, and following the roadmaps already drawn in the U.K. and Denmark can speed up the process.

New England Clean Energy Goals Slam Into Oil Reality

EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains clean energy policies need to include pathways to replace the reliability services oil-fired power plants provide to the grid in places like New England.

How The Inflation Reduction Act Can Help You Save Cash And Energy

EI’s Dan Esposito explains for many people, the Inflation Reduction Act’s electric vehicle tax credits are the most effective way to lower their carbon footprints.

The Biggest Issues To Watch in 2023

EI’s Dan Esposito explains the Inflation Reduction Act’s clean energy incentives mean old utility integrated resource plans are outdated and need to be redone.

Tempered Techno-Optimism Is The Theme For 2023

EI’s Eric Gimon explains how carbon accounting rules are interpreted will drive the investment of billions of dollars.

U.S. Action On Climate Change Will Start To Get Serious In 2023

EI’s Anand Gopal explains the Inflation Reduction Act will play a transformative role in cutting U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.

Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales Standards: California And China’s Secret Weapon On Transportation Electrification

EI’s Chris Busch explains zero-emission vehicle sales standards are policies that could greatly speed up transportation electrification in two of the world’s largest car markets.

Electric Vehicle Sales Are Surging. But Net-Zero By 2050 Means Policymakers Must Get Into The Fast Lane

EI’s Anand Gopal explains zero-emission electric vehicles (EVs) are a mature and cost-effective technology ready to take over our roads. But policymakers must act now to leverage the tremendous climate, health, and savings benefits.

What Does A Split U.S. Congress Mean For The Energy Transition?

EI’s Robbie Orvis explains what it means for energy policy now that Republicans hold the U.S. House of Representatives.

After The Deluge– Cascading Effects Of Extreme Weather On Human Health

EI’s Sarah Spengeman explains public health impacts from extreme weather persist long after the event fades from headlines.

The Road To Low-Carbon Concrete

EI’s Jeff Rissman explains that changing the way we use cement based on structural needs and supporting more R&D can help us lower the greenhouse gas emissions that come from producing it.

The World’s Three Largest Economies Go All-In On Heat Pumps: How Policy Can Cut Gas Use And Energy Bills

EI’s Silvio Marcacci talks with RAP Senior Associate Dr. Richard Lowes to better understand the climate and economic benefits of heat pumps, as well as what polices are needed to speed their adoption.

$28 Billion In New Clean Energy Manufacturing Investments Announced Since Inflation Reduction Act Passed

EI’s Silvio Marcacci says clean energy manufacturers have announced $28 billion in new U.S. investments since the Inflation Reduction Act was passed.

The Inflation Reduction Act Upends Hydrogen Economics With Opportunities, Pitfalls

EI’s Dan Esposito and Hadley Tallackson report Inflation Reduction Act incentives make green hydrogen the cheapest form of the fuel, upending natural gas economics.

California Will Ban The Sale Of Natural-Gas Heaters By 2030. This Technology Could Replace Them

EI’s Sarah Spengeman notes the efficiency and cooling benefits of heat pumps and the need for greater contractor awareness.

The Big Fix: Seven Ways ‘Climate Citizens’ Can Help Reach America’s Climate Goals

EI CEO Hal Harvey explains his new book The Big Fix offers readers a roadmap to citizen climate action that can spur necessary change at the state and local level.

Why EVs Won’t Break The Grid

EI’s Sara Baldwin explains investing in the grid now to handle increased electricity demand from electric vehicles is a necessary part of getting climate solutions right.

Inflation Reduction Act Benefits: Electric Vehicle Tax Incentives For Consumers And U.S. Automakers

EI’s Sara Baldwin explains the Inflation Reduction Act’s electric vehicle tax incentives will create jobs, save consumers money, and cut air pollution.