

What’s Shaping GOP Energy Policy?
9 snips Sep 2, 2025
Carlos Curbelo, a former U.S. Congressman and co-founder of Vocero, shares insights into the reshaping of Republican energy policy following the rollback of the Inflation Reduction Act. He discusses potential bipartisan cooperation on climate adaptation and energy security while navigating the party's internal dynamics. The conversation highlights the importance of inclusive political leadership in addressing climate challenges, particularly in Florida, and advocates for evidence-based, collaborative approaches to energy policy that bridge ideological divides.
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Polarization Undermines Policy Stability
- Polarized, tribal politics have reduced compromise and harmed policy stability in Washington.
- Carlos Curbelo believes younger generations want a less divisive political future and more collaboration.
Founding The Climate Solutions Caucus
- Curbelo described founding the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus after seeing sea-level rise data for his district.
- The caucus grew to 90 members and helped block destructive amendments in the 115th Congress.
Reconciliation Left More Intact Than Perceived
- The One Big Beautiful Bill preserved a significant portion of clean-energy investment despite rollbacks.
- Curbelo argues many Republicans invested political capital to keep meaningful clean-energy support intact.