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CLEAN ENERGY INSIDER
JANUARY 22, 2025
REAMS REPORT

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

President Trump’s efforts to unleash American energy come at a critical time, as the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) drives unprecedented growth in electricity demand.

One of CRES Forum’s latest issue briefs ([link removed]) , "The Promise of AI in Energy: Unlocking Energy Independence and Ensuring National Security," explores how AI is reshaping the energy landscape, with data center power consumption projected to more than double by 2030.

AI has the potential to revolutionize how we generate, distribute and consume power—transforming everything from demand forecasting to grid management and supply chain logistics. Yet, this promise hinges on a crucial bottleneck: the slow and costly deployment of new energy resources.

Without expanding our nation’s energy production and infrastructure, the surge in demand could outpace supply—threatening our economy and America’s global leadership in the space, especially as geopolitical rivals and other nations race to roll out competing AI tools. Maintaining our competitive edge in AI requires a strong, forward-thinking energy strategy.

This is why we welcome the recent confirmations of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy, Governor Doug Burgum (R-N.D.) as Secretary of the Interior and Congressman Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency who understand the importance of ensuring abundant energy to win this AI race.

CRES actively advocated for the swift confirmation of these nominees, each of whom have a proven track record of supporting an all-of-the-above energy strategy that reduces emissions, drives domestic energy deployments and fosters innovation. Read CRES’ letters of support HERE ([link removed]) .

To unlock America’s full energy potential, we need strong leadership in these agencies, and we look forward to their work in advancing policies that strengthen U.S. energy security.
Sincerely,
Heather Reams
CRES President

WHAT CRES IS HEARING
“While we continue working to unleash American energy, we cannot turn a blind eye to the benefits these clean energy tax credits provide and how they are actively helping our Armed Forces, small businesses and American families. The bottom line is that in order to increase American energy dominance and bolster our domestic energy security, we need to protect as much production and innovation as possible. [...] We must put America first by prioritizing domestic energy production and protecting our existing clean energy tax credits.” – Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-Va) in testimony ([link removed]) in front of the House Ways and Means Committee.
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“I’m a believer in all energy forms. President Trump and I are aligned wholeheartedly in that. As we go forward, we've got to embrace all the energy forms.” – Senator Jim Justice (R-W.Va.) in an interview ([link removed]) with Fox Business.
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“Wyoming continues to develop its traditional energy sector while investing in new and exciting nuclear technology. I look forward to advancing policies that benefit an all-of-the-above energy approach and spur development across the Cowboy State.” – Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) in a statement ([link removed]) announcing that she will chair the Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Clean Air, Climate, Nuclear Innovation and Safety for the 119th Congress.

WHAT CRES IS SAYING

About the confirmation of Trump’s nominees for Energy, Interior and EPA...“Throughout their confirmation hearings, Governor Burgum, Congressman Zeldin and Mr. Wright have each proven their expertise and made clear they intend to advance an America-first, all-of-the-above energy strategy. With their leadership, I am confident we can collaborate on pragmatic, conservative policies to lower energy costs for American families and businesses and create good-paying jobs across the country—all while ensuring a cleaner future for generations to come.” – CRES President Heather Reams in a statement ([link removed]) .

WHAT CRES IS DOING

To celebrate the start of the 119th Congress and the return of the Trump Administration to Washington, CRES hosted a reception boasting more than 200 attendees, including eleven members of the House of Representatives, Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and John Curtis (R-Utah), and Danielle Smith, the Premier of Alberta, Canada. The event focused on the importance of embracing an all-of-the-above approach as we advance America First energy policies. Read the full recap blog HERE ([link removed]) .

WHAT CRES IS WRITING

The Issue Brief: Key Federal Policies Fueling Nuclear Innovation and Reinvestment ([link removed])
Nuclear energy provides reliable, zero-emissions electricity and has the highest capacity factor of any power-generation source. In 2023, nuclear plants in the United States operated at full capacity more than 93 percent of the time. Nuclear assets run 24/7, 365 days a year, providing clean, abundant and safe baseload power. In the U.S., demand for electricity is expected to grow by 4.71 percent over the next five years, increasing the case for commercial nuclear.
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In Their Own Words: Congressional Republicans on Clean Energy ([link removed])
The 2024 National Clean Energy Week Policymakers Symposium featured remarks from Republican clean energy champions. While each brought a unique perspective from their districts, the common themes were the critical need for permitting reform to accelerate clean energy deployment, growing concerns about competition with China, the imperative to maintain reliable and affordable energy while reducing emissions, and the crucial role of American innovation in driving solutions.

*This blog is part of a new series on National Clean Energy Week, which offers an opportunity to reflect on how Republicans are approaching clean energy as we continue these important policy conversations.

WHAT CRES IS READING


Chevron Joins Race to Generate Power for A.I. ([link removed]) – The New York Times

Permitting reform is key to unleashing American energy. Can Trump get it done? ([link removed]) – The Hill

Modern Hydrogen and major Seattle-area utility aim for less controversial clean energy fix ([link removed]) – GeekWire

In Iowa, clean energy results in property tax relief ([link removed]) – Des Moines Register

Duke Energy Florida celebrates solar energy milestone that includes Bay County ([link removed]) – Panama City News Herald

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