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POLITICO Energy

Why clean energy groups are shifting right

Dec 23, 2024
Zack Colman, a climate change reporter for POLITICO, discusses a significant shift in clean energy advocacy as two major lobbying groups strengthen ties with the Republican party. He explores why this change is crucial now, highlighting increased GOP donations and efforts to promote bipartisan support for clean energy. Colman also dives into a Department of Energy report predicting a surge in energy demand from AI-driven data centers, raising urgent questions about future energy policies and their implications.
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  • Clean energy lobbying groups are shifting towards Republican alliances to protect their policies and secure bipartisan support for the future.
  • The messaging strategy focuses on job creation in Republican districts, aiming to demonstrate that clean energy can benefit local economies.

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Shifting Lobbying Strategies in Clean Energy

Two prominent clean energy lobbying groups are realigning their strategies to engage with Republican lawmakers, driven by the need to protect clean energy policies under the Inflation Reduction Act. These groups, the American Clean Power Association and the Solar Energy Industries Association, have significantly increased their political donations to Republican candidates and hired lobbying firms with strong connections to the GOP. This approach marks a notable departure from their historical focus on Democratic alliances, aiming to ensure that clean energy interests are secure regardless of which party controls Congress. By fostering bipartisan relationships, these organizations hope to prevent potential rollbacks of policies that support clean energy initiatives.

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