David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
Senior fellow for climate & energy, Council on Foreign Relations; sole proprietor, Hart Policy Advisors; clean energy and climate-tech innovation policy nerd; White House OSTP alum; professor emeritus, GMU Schar School.
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David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Nov 19
Clean Tomorrow - Re-Energizing America
Re-Energizing America is a new roadmap to address the “innovation cliff” that will occur when substantial federal funding expires in 2026.
cleantomorrow.org
To reclaim U.S. energy leadership, we need bold action. In Re-Energizing America, my @cleantomorrow.org colleagues & I calls for a $25B investment in innovation by 2030 to power America’s global energy leadership. #energysky #climatesky cleantomorrow.org/re-energizin...
A Smarter U.S. Response to China’s Electric Vehicle Revolution
If the United States waits too long to respond more fully and constructively, it could become an isolated island of gas-powered vehicles in an electric vehicle world driven by China.
www.cfr.org
New @cfr.org a short version of my recent report on US auto policy: "Compete, Don't Retreat" Protection is necessary now but shouldn't last forever. If we wait too long, we could be shut out of the world's largest manfg sector. www.cfr.org/expert-brief...
Each year @cfr.org asks fellows to visualize key global trends. My pick this year: "the rise of the electrostate" www.cfr.org/article/visu...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Dec 10
Compete, Don’t Retreat
The primary U.S. response to China’s first-mover advantages in emerging auto technologies has been protection. A smarter strategy would seek to compete by supporting producers and collaborating with …
www.cfr.org
New @cfr.org a policy strategy to reposition US auto industry to respond to China’s export boom. Temporary protection is necessary but must be used wisely. Indefinite protection will forgo benefits for US consumers & cede ROW to China. #energysky #climatesky www.cfr.org/report/compe...
Compete, Don’t Retreat
The primary U.S. response to China’s first-mover advantages in emerging auto technologies has been protection. A smarter strategy would seek to compete by supporting producers and collaborating with …
www.cfr.org
US risks ceding future of world’s largest manufacturing industry to its geopolitical rival unless it changes course. #Compete #DontRetreat www.cfr.org/report/compe...
Compete, Don’t Retreat
The primary U.S. response to China’s first-mover advantages in emerging auto technologies has been protection. A smarter strategy would seek to compete by supporting producers and collaborating with …
www.cfr.org
New @cfr.org ! US needs to mount a vigorous competitive response to China’s global EV juggernaut. #Compete #DontRetreat Pursue benefits, manage risks, reduce costs. www.cfr.org/report/compe...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Nov 21
Building on @cfr.org Global Energy Innovation Index, I share global trends, a mixed picture...the most worrisome being high-quality patents, flat or declining. More here: www.cfr.org/article/hope...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Nov 17
We’re number 13! We’re number 13! We’re number 13! Not a chant you hear often. But that’s where the United States ranks in @cfr.org new Global Energy Innovation Index. And that was before Trump. We’ve got to do better.
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Nov 17
NEW! @cfr.org Global Energy Innovation Index measures knowledge, markets & policy. The world needs more innovation investment & effort by everyone, but some do more than others. Thank you, Sweden! @leahstokes.bsky.social @jessejenkins.bsky.social @akshatrathi.bsky.social www.cfr.org/report/globa...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Sep 17
On day one of his second term, President Trump declared a national energy emergency.
Instead of speeding up the connection of new energy sources to the grid, Trump followed with a budget request for FY26 that kneecaps energy innovation.
✍️ @doctorkflem.bsky.social ⤵️
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Instead of speeding up the connection of new energy sources to the grid, Trump followed with a budget request for FY26 that kneecaps energy innovation.
✍️ @doctorkflem.bsky.social ⤵️
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@doctorkflem.bsky.social makes the case!
Trump’s Energy Innovation Retreat Is a Win for China, Loss for Climate
The United States is pulling back from large-scale demonstration projects for renewable energy, even as China steps up.
www.cfr.org
USG pullback from large-scale energy & industrial demo projects will hurt US & the world & benefit China. www.cfr.org/expert-brief...
China and EVs: The “Involutionary” Dilemma
Instead of being a story of evolution and technological development, the story of China and EVs is one of “involution.”
nationalinterest.org
Word of the day: "involution" - my latest at the National Interest #EVs #China nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
Reposted by David M. Hart
On day one of his second term, President Trump declared a national energy emergency.
Instead of speeding up the connection of new energy sources to the grid, Trump followed with a budget request for FY26 that kneecaps energy innovation.
✍️ @doctorkflem.bsky.social ⤵️
fas.org/publication/...
Instead of speeding up the connection of new energy sources to the grid, Trump followed with a budget request for FY26 that kneecaps energy innovation.
✍️ @doctorkflem.bsky.social ⤵️
fas.org/publication/...
Reposted by David M. Hart
US pumped hydro power capacity is about 22 GW.
It looks like battery storage will surpass that by the end of this year.
The pumped hydro will still store more energy, though. It can typically run for 10 hours or so; batteries just a couple hours. 🔌💡 www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
It looks like battery storage will surpass that by the end of this year.
The pumped hydro will still store more energy, though. It can typically run for 10 hours or so; batteries just a couple hours. 🔌💡 www.eia.gov/todayinenerg...
Reposted by David M. Hart
International Energy Agency
@iea.org
· Jan 9
🗣 “New technologies are opening new horizons for geothermal energy across the globe”
Read from our Executive Director Fatih Birol on the huge opportunities for this secure & clean energy source 👉 https://iea.li/3WbUfCd
Read from our Executive Director Fatih Birol on the huge opportunities for this secure & clean energy source 👉 https://iea.li/3WbUfCd
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Jun 26
In the Line of Fire: The IEA Is Right Where It Should Be
The IEA is right where it should be, even though it has recently come under fire from American conservatives.
nationalinterest.org
@bengeman.bsky.social reports DOE Secy Wright joins GOP criticism of @iea.org which both defends itself & welcomes dialogue. A good strategy w room to develop. But in the end analytical integrity is paramount. More here: nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
www.realclearenergy.org
My latest w Robin Gaster @itif.org - time for the Senate to do its job & use the power of the purse to salvage what remains of US energy innovation policy www.realclearenergy.org/articles/202...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· May 13
Cleaning Up the Global Energy System - IGCC
The world needs energy—and lots of it—to raise living standards and unlock economic growth. Clean technologies, which can provide power with minimal contribution to climate change, are taking hold aro...
ucigcc.org
I'm excited to share my perspectives on clean energy innovation w @ucigcc.bsky.social @nwittstock.bsky.social ucigcc.org/podcast/clea...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 25
In the Line of Fire: The IEA Is Right Where It Should Be
The IEA is right where it should be, even though it has recently come under fire from American conservatives.
nationalinterest.org
IEA is also adapting appropriately and must keep doing so without sacrificing its soul. US withdrawal would be bad for everyone, but still there's a limit. nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 25
Trump officials pressure world’s top energy agency to drop climate mission
U.S. and European officials are sparring in meetings of the International Energy Agency, which helps guide global investments and policies.
www.politico.eu
Looks like the rest of the world is holding the line against Trump machinations vs @iea.org Via @politico.eu www.politico.eu/article/dona...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 18
Third Way
www.thirdway.org
Urgent update @thirdwayenergy.bsky.social re DOGE hit list of DOE demo projects. Proposed cuts would "undermine years of bipartisan progress and investment" www.thirdway.org/blog/demonst...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 17
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If IEA is on administration hit list, Congress should stand up for it – it’s what Henry Kissinger, Mr Realpolitik himself would do
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 17
In the Line of Fire: The IEA Is Right Where It Should Be
The IEA is right where it should be, even though it has recently come under fire from American conservatives.
nationalinterest.org
Backstory in depth below IEA has room to improve but US shouldn’t throw the baby out with the bathwater! nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 17
Will the International Energy Agency Keep Boosting Clean Energy?
The agency’s mandate has expanded from strengthening energy security to boosting the global clean energy transition, but it is facing pushback from critics who believe this mission undermines oil and…
www.cfr.org
International Energy Agency explicitly mentioned but may be at risk. @iea.org performs a range of vital functions including market analysis and scenario planning as well as coordination during crises like Russian invasion of Ukraine More @cfr.org www.cfr.org/expert-brief...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Apr 17
Trump plan would slash State Dept. funding by nearly half, memo says
An internal document reviewed by The Post targets spending on humanitarian assistance, global health, and international organizations such as the United Nations and NATO.
www.washingtonpost.com
Recent reports @washingtonpost.com reveal Trump administration planning cuts to funding & withdrawal from many international orgns www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
Global Clean Energy: Silver Linings Against a Dark Canvas
Global consumption of fossil fuels remains stubbornly high despite decades of climate agreements. As demand continues to rise, the need for innovative solutions has become critical.
www.cfr.org
New! @cfr.org my post on why fossil fuels are so hard to displace & why we need to keep innovating -- in the broadest sense to transform the global energy system #energysky #climatesky www.cfr.org/article/glob...
Climate Realism Initiative Launch
The United States' historical approach to climate change is failing. American clean technology industries lag dangerously behind their international competitors, threatening U.S. geopolitical and eco…
www.cfr.org
This afternoon (EDT), please join @cfr.org for the launch of the Climate Realism Initiative! I'll be moderating an all-star panel on accelerating #cleantech #innovation & #competitiveness #energysky #climatesky #science www.cfr.org/event/climat...
Climate Realism Initiative Launch Event:
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The United States' historical approach to climate change is failing. American clean technology industries lag dangerously behind their international competitors, threatening U.S. geopolitical and econ...
link.cfr.org
Looking forward to Monday 4/7 launch @cfr.org Climate Realism Initiative feat. all-star line up...join us! link.cfr.org/join/66n/cli...
In the Line of Fire: The IEA Is Right Where It Should Be
The IEA is right where it should be, even though it has recently come under fire from American conservatives.
nationalinterest.org
New! I analyze how @iea.org might navigate tricky currents in US. The nut: respond constructively to conservative critics w/o compromising its broad mission of energy security, including how to get to net-zero. @jessedjenkins.com @robinsonmeyer.bsky.social nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
David M. Hart
@profdavidhart.bsky.social
· Mar 27
Will the International Energy Agency Keep Boosting Clean Energy?
The agency’s mandate has expanded from strengthening energy security to boosting the global clean energy transition, but it is facing pushback from critics who believe this mission undermines oil and…
www.cfr.org
Do you want to understand what the #IEA is & does? A brief explainer via @cfr.org More to come on this topic! #energysky www.cfr.org/expert-brief...