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Think clean energy is just a blue state thing? FLORIDA is a solar superpower. (So is Texas, by the way!) www.canarymedia.com/articles/sol...

We are excited to announce our new board member, Harrison Wallace. He joins Nat Kreamer and Steve Caminati on the board. Harrison brings a wealth of strategic experience in philanthropy and climate and clean energy campaigns. We are thrilled to have you, Harrison!

“Experts say that President Trump may be able to slow the transition away from fossil fuels, but he won’t be able to stop it completely.” www.nytimes.com/2025/03/06/c...

Ice cream from an electric ice cream truck? That's an innovation we can get behind! electrek.co/2025/03/04/r...

Electric buildings are healthier and safer than buildings that use gas. www.canarymedia.com/articles/car...

Interested in films that talk about climate change? There's a test for that. www.latimes.com/environment/...

The clean energy revolution is UNSTOPPABLE! www.wsj.com/business/ene...

While Black History Month is ending, it’s crucial to keep amplifying Black voices all year. Follow your local chapter of the American Association of Blacks in Energy to learn more all year long. (They also share stories of Black Energy History regularly on various social platforms all year.)

This town of 2,500 has saved $700,000 since 2018 through solar! captimes.com/news/busines...

Did you know electric school buses can help provide power at crucial times? Read more about a pilot project in Illinois. www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...

Time and time again, clean energy is popular. michiganadvance.com/2025/02/25/p...

Led by New York, Maine, and Illinois, community solar installations increased by a whopping 35% in 2024! https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2025/02/community-solar-installations-increased-by-35-in-2024/

People should be able to build clean energy on their own property. Hear from one Michigan landowner who spent years fighting for this right. https://www.bridgemi.com/guest-commentary/opinion-clean-energy-siting-reforms-bring-return-good-governance-principles

Good news -- heat pumps are better for the environment, AND they work great in cold weather. Read more about one Minnesotan's journey. https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/heat-pumps/for-one-minnesotan-a-new-heat-pump-brings-comfort-and-co2-reductions

Are you in WISCONSIN? Learn more and then send a note to oppose an inefficient new gas plant to the Public Utilities Commission! counterspark.org/campaigns/ne...

The options for electric just keep growing. This time -- electric vans for businesses. www.theverge.com/news/608421/...

“Most of the unawarded money is sitting in state Department of Transportation bank accounts ready to be spent…. States are under no obligation to stop these projects based solely on this announcement.” www.wxii12.com/article/trum...

If you're in CONNECTICUT, sign @votesolar.bsky.social's letter to reappoint Marissa Gillett to the Public Utility Regulatory Authority. In her role, she's been an advocate for clean energy! action.votesolar.org/a/ct25-chair...

Need proof that clean energy pays off? Look to Michigan! www.fastcompany.com/91274151/why...

Think clean energy is just something blue states invest in? Think again! Every state stands to lose big if we don't invest in clean energy. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/10/c...

As prices continue to fall, it's clearer every day that clean energy is the answer for our wallets and our planet. www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

While it's impossible to predict what will happen, we will continue to stand up for clean energy -- both in the Capitol and in state houses across the country. www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

A bill to build more clean energy in Virginia unfortunately did not pass the Senate today, but we want to say thank you to those who championed this bill! We wanted to highlight just a few of those champions. 🧵

Clean energy creates jobs and improves the economy. Check out this site to learn more about exact numbers in your state! www.unlockingadvancedenergy.com!

Solar is inexpensive and reliable. And it’s growing, no matter who is in power. markets.businessinsider.com/news/commodi...

Buying an electric vehicle but need guidance on what charger to buy? Here's a handy guide to help. www.canarymedia.com/articles/ev-...

Companies like Oatly are working to decarbonize their facilities! www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

Gov. McKee (RI) helped deploy new electric school buses in Rhode Island today! Electric school buses are healthier for children who ride them!

Is buying an electric vehicle on your 2025 to-do list? Battery-powered vehicles are just as reliable and have similar longevity to traditional gas an diesel vehicles. www.azocleantech.com/news.aspx?ne...

Starting in on your taxes and bought an electric vehicle? Remember there are tax credits for up to $7,500 for some electric vehicles! www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

The evidence continues to pile up: clean energy is here to stay. www.canarymedia.com/articles/hea...

Guess what state has big plans to build more clean energy than any other? Texas -- by a landslide! www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

Interested in clean energy, politics, and/or digital work? We're hiring an intern! Feel free to share, and if you're interested, follow the instructions at the link! ats.rippling.com/advanced-ene...

“A freeze on investing in the technologies we need to power our grid and vehicles threatens our ability to lower costs, create energy abundance, and win the race for global energy dominance." www.nytimes.com/2025/01/21/c...

Feeling frustrated and want to take action? Want to fight back against anti-clean energy sentiment, be it in federal executive orders or in your state legislature? Sign to pledge your action in favor of clean energy! secure.everyaction.com/zVipACkQnkOz...

On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we honor his service and dedication for equity and justice. To honor him, dedicate yourself year-round to acts of service.

Solar farms 🤝 sheep abcnews.go.com/amp/US/wireS...

In case you're wondering, 84% of the clean energy grants from the Inflation Reduction Act are guaranteed, regardless of a new president. www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

It's urgent that we update our electric grid -- so everyone can have reliable and safe electricity. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

More money for clean energy! This time for rural communities. www.canarymedia.com/articles/pol...

Proof, once again, that clean energy means jobs! renewablesnow.com/news/plenitu...

It is crucial that we build more clean energy to meet the country's growing energy needs, but building clean energy can be hard in Virginia, even on your own property. virginiamercury.com/2025/01/13/w...

With rising temperatures, the time for clean energy action is now! https://apnews.com/article/climate-change-warming-hot-record-2024-disasters-12f899f071fcdbd051ad49a872611e92

“The state-led, state-designed and state-implemented agenda really cannot be stopped by Donald Trump." While this quote is about Washington state specifically, it applies in state after state. State-based action is key! https://www.eenews.net/articles/why-jay-inslee-isnt-worried-about-trump/

2024 was a huge year for clean energy. Let's keep it up! https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/chart-96-percent-of-new-us-power-capacity-was-carbon-free-in-2024

Today is National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter. Carter’s legacy will be remembered for years to come.