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ACP Statement on TAPP American Resources Act of 2023

American Clean Power CEO Jason Grumet issued the following statement after the TAPP American Resources Act was introduced before the House Natural Resources Committee:    “The Transparency, Accountability, Permitting and Production of American Resources Act includes important provisions and reforms that will help advance clean energy and transmission deployment in the United States. Establishing a predictable … Continue reading ACP Statement on TAPP American Resources Act of 2023

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ACP Statement on Permitting for Mining Needs Act of 2023

American Clean Power Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg issued the following statement on H.R. 209, the Permitting for Mining Needs Act of 2023 after it was introduced before the House Natural Resources’ Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources by Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN): “We’re grateful to Congressman Stauber for his leadership on permitting reform as … Continue reading ACP Statement on Permitting for Mining Needs Act of 2023

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ACP Statement on DOE National Transmission Needs Study

American Clean Power Association (ACP) released this statement following the Department of Energy (DOE) release of a National Transmission Needs Study:    “DOE’s National Transmission Needs Study provides evidence of what the clean power industry knows from experience – America needs more transmission to unlock clean energy development, improve reliability, and deliver affordable electricity to customers.?DOE’s … Continue reading ACP Statement on DOE National Transmission Needs Study

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ACP Announces 2023 Officers and Board; Incoming CEO Grumet Takes Reins of Organization

The American Clean Power Association (ACP), the leading trade organization representing the clean energy industry, has announced its 2023 incoming Board of Directors, as its new CEO Jason Grumet takes the helm of the organization. The membership of the 2023 Board represents the depth and reach of the clean power industry across the U.S. economy.?   … Continue reading ACP Announces 2023 Officers and Board; Incoming CEO Grumet Takes Reins of Organization

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Collaborative Offshore Wind Transmission Planning Needed to Achieve Federal and State Clean Energy Goals

With dozens of offshore wind projects in the pipeline off U.S. shores, federal agencies, states, and grid operators must immediately begin collaborative planning to identify cost-effective transmission solutions to bring that power online, according to a Brattle Group report commissioned by American Clean Power Association (ACP) released today. The report titled The Benefit and Urgency … Continue reading Collaborative Offshore Wind Transmission Planning Needed to Achieve Federal and State Clean Energy Goals

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Corporations Purchased More U.S. Clean Energy in 2022 Than Ever Before

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released a report today that shows corporations purchased more clean energy in 2022 than any previous year. The Clean Energy Powers American Business report provides a detailed picture of how commercial and industrial (C&I) companies are driving demand for American clean energy and accelerating the clean energy transition through purchases of … Continue reading Corporations Purchased More U.S. Clean Energy in 2022 Than Ever Before

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ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) today praised the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) issuance of its proposed Renewable Energy Modernization Rule. ACP is encouraged by BOEM’s efforts to improve offshore wind leasing, permitting, and safety regulations, which have been largely unchanged since they were first issued in 2009. These regulations have long needed … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM Modernization Rule Decision

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ACP Statement on Confirmation of 118th Congress

Following the swearing-in of the 118th Congress, the American Clean Power Association today released a statement from interim CEO and Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg: “Congratulations to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and the 118th Congress. We anticipate that this new Congress will provide ample opportunity for bipartisan cooperation on advancing commonsense … Continue reading ACP Statement on Confirmation of 118th Congress

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ACP Statement on New Federal Guidance for Consideration of Climate Impacts in Environmental Reviews

The American Clean Power Association today issued a statement in response to the White House Council on Environmental Quality’s (CEQ) release of new guidance aimed at helping federal agencies better assess and disclose climate impacts as they conduct environmental reviews: “The American Clean Power Association supports the Administration’s new guidance assisting federal agencies in their consideration of potential climate … Continue reading ACP Statement on New Federal Guidance for Consideration of Climate Impacts in Environmental Reviews

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ACP Statement on the Failure of the Senate to Pass the Building American Energy Security Act of 2022

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from JC Sandberg, ACP Interim CEO and Chief Advocacy Officer on the Senate’s failure to pass the Building American Energy Security Act of 2022: “It’s disappointing that the Senate wasn’t able to make progress on urgently needed permitting reform today. Permitting reform is essential for … Continue reading ACP Statement on the Failure of the Senate to Pass the Building American Energy Security Act of 2022

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ACP Statement on Building American Energy Security Act of 2022

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement from JC Sandberg, ACP Interim CEO and Chief Advocacy Officer in support of the Building American Energy Security Act of 2022: “This permitting reform proposal would speed our country along the road to energy independence. Burdensome rules and regulations on energy generation and transmission are … Continue reading ACP Statement on Building American Energy Security Act of 2022

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Clean Energy Industry Sees Massive Investments Since August?

$40 billion in investments, 20 manufacturing facility openings that will create 7,000 new jobs, and over 13 gigawatts of new clean energy capacity announced. In just the last three months, over $40 billion of new grid-scale clean energy investments have been announced, a new report shows – the same amount as the total investment estimated … Continue reading Clean Energy Industry Sees Massive Investments Since August?

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American Clean Power Statement on Inflation Reduction Act Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Initial Treasury Guidance

American Clean Power Association (ACP) Interim CEO and Chief Advocacy Officer JC Sandberg issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service released initial guidance on implementing the Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship sections of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA): “The IRA represents a monumental investment in the nation’s energy transition … Continue reading American Clean Power Statement on Inflation Reduction Act Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Initial Treasury Guidance

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Clean Power Slows During Third Quarter, But the Future is Bright for Growth with Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act

While the Inflation Reduction Act is set to catalyze clean energy growth, the industry continues to deal with policy and regulatory challenges hindering development and deployment of clean power. These challenges and more were apparent in ACP’s latest Clean Power Quarterly Market Report for the third quarter.  ACP’s new market report shows that from July … Continue reading Clean Power Slows During Third Quarter, But the Future is Bright for Growth with Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act

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Industry offers robust recommendations in six areas to ensure the clean energy incentives

Industry offers robust recommendations in six areas to ensure the clean energy incentives in the IRA make clean energy investments a reality; clear and workable guidance from Treasury essential to provide sufficient market certainty for developers. The American Clean Power Association (ACP) released the following statement today from JC Sandberg, Interim CEO and Chief Advocacy … Continue reading Industry offers robust recommendations in six areas to ensure the clean energy incentives

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ACP Statement on BOEM Designating Two Wind Energy Areas in the Gulf of Mexico

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) issued the following statement from Josh Kaplowitz, ACP?Vice President for Offshore Wind, after the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) designated two wind energy areas in the Gulf of Mexico: “BOEM’s announcement is a crucial step in developing offshore wind in the Gulf of Mexico and will bring clean … Continue reading ACP Statement on BOEM Designating Two Wind Energy Areas in the Gulf of Mexico

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ACP Applauds Biden Announcement to Diversify and Stabilize the U.S. Battery Supply Chain

Today, the Biden Administration announced that the Department of Energy is awarding $2.8 billion in grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 20 manufacturing and processing companies for projects across 12 states, along with the American Battery Materials Initiative, a new effort to mobilize the entire government in securing a reliable and sustainable supply of … Continue reading ACP Applauds Biden Announcement to Diversify and Stabilize the U.S. Battery Supply Chain

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ACP Urges Comprehensive Interconnection Reform

Today the American Clean Power Association (ACP) filed detailed comments with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) highlighting multiple opportunities to improve the interconnection process for clean energy and storage projects.  At present, over 1.4 terawatts of clean energy resources are in interconnection queues across the country, but regular delays and the assignment of unreasonable … Continue reading ACP Urges Comprehensive Interconnection Reform

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ACP CEO Heather Zichal Moves On; Board Leading Search

Heather Zichal, CEO of the American Clean Power Association (ACP), announced today that she is moving on from the helm of the organization after two years to take on a new role as the new Global Head of Sustainability at JPMorgan Chase. Craig Cornelius, the CEO of Clearway Energy and Chair of ACP’s Board of … Continue reading ACP CEO Heather Zichal Moves On; Board Leading Search

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