Press Archive

What Democrats’ New Big Bill Would Actually Do

EI’s Robbie Orvis explains new proposed legislation in the Senate would create key tools to fight both inflation and climate change.

California’s Grid Is Beating The Summer Heat– So Far

EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains the growth of battery storage in California is helping to keep the grid reliable in the face of other challenges this summer.

Biden Could Unlock New Powers By Declaring A ‘Climate Emergency’

EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains the importance of Congressional action in meeting the Biden administration’s climate goals.

Gavin Newsom Hopes California Can Become Epicenter Of Wind Energy

EI CEO Hal Harvey explains building out offshore wind can play an important role in helping California achieve its climate goals.

Why Are Cities Banning Natural Gas In New Construction?

EI’s Hadley Tallackson explains gas-powered appliances can cause dangerous levels on indoor air pollution, so switching to electric appliances can immediately improve indoor air quality.

With EV Benefits Stalled, Climate Goals Could Suffer

EI’s Sara Baldwin explains expanding EV incentives will play a big role in hitting the country’s climate targets while making them more affordable for families.

Biden Searches For Climate Emergency ‘Sweet Spot’

EI’s Mike O’Boyle explains the clean energy tax credits Congress has been considering in the reconciliation process would do much more to cut emissions than any climate emergency declaration.

Should President Biden Declare A Climate Emergency?

EI CEO Hal Harvey explains the type of measures that are needed to cut emissions quickly enough to avert the worst impacts of climate change.

How Much Does An EV Cost? Pete Buttigieg Offers An Optimistic Price Comparison

EI research finds EVs are cost-competitive with gas counterparts in most states the day they’re driven off the lot.

Unleashing The Economic Power And Reliability Potential Of West Coast Offshore Wind

EI’s Mike O’Boyle and Michelle Solomon explain building out West Coast offshore wind can help the region hit its clean energy goals while keeping the lights on.

The Secret Levers You Can Pull To Help Fight Climate Change

EI CEO Hal Harvey outlines the approach of his book The Big Fix, which gives citizens a roadmap to engage in climate policy.

Manchin’s Decision Provokes Fury Over Potential Warmer World

EI’s Robbie Orvis explains that without Congressional action it will be highly difficult to meet the Biden administration’s climate targets, which will lead to more extreme events and suffering.

The Supreme Court Vs. The EPA

EI’s Robbie Orvis explains what the Supreme Court’s decision in West Virginia vs. the EPA means for agency’s ability to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

After Supreme Court Limits Federal Ability To Combat Climate Change, States Step In

EI CEO Hal Harvey explains most U.S. energy policy is made at the state level through public utility commissions, offering climate action a path forward in the wake of recent setbacks at the Supreme Court.

Hope Dims That U.S. Can Meet 2030 Climate Goals

EI’s Robbie Orvis explains passing federal climate legislation could help get the U.S. back on track to hit its climate targets.

Advocates Cheer DOT Climate Rule But Question Its Scope

EI’s Sara Baldwin explains that requiring every state to set their own vehicle emission reductions standards will encourage greenhouse gas cuts while maintaining flexibility.

U.S. Green Hydrogen Hub Will Put Long-Haul Energy Storage To The Test

EI’s Eric Gimon explains a 100 percent clean grid will require some form of storage to cover small portions of the year when renewable output is at its lowest.

Heavy Industry Plans To Tread Lightly

EI’s Jeff Rissman explains the extreme importance of growing energy efficiency and cutting carbon emissions from industry in China.

Clean Energy Jobs Are Booming, Making Up For Rising Fossil Fuel Unemployment

EI’s Silvio Marcacci explains that a new Department of Energy report finds there are now over 3 million net-zero carbon jobs in the U.S., with big growth in EV positions.

How Utilities Can Harness Green Hydrogen Production’s Flexibility In Balancing A High Renewables Grid

EI’s Eric Gimon explains green hydrogen can provide crucial flexibility that’s needed as we transition to an electric grid with high-renewable energy penetration.