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Catalyzing resilient solutions for a cleaner future.
Commercial #fusion energy is moving closer to reality – but credible, transparent cost insights are essential to guide research priorities, policy decisions, and investment strategies.
January 23, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Do forest carbon offsets deliver real climate benefits?

As @marketplace.org reports, CATF’s latest analysis finds many forest offset programs overestimate climate benefits and fail to account for carbon storage over time:
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January 21, 2026 at 4:34 PM
As #Poland prepares to update its national #hydrogen strategy, join us for a webinar exploring the challenges and opportunities of scaling clean hydrogen in Poland and how it can support both industrial decarbonisation and competitiveness.

Register now: www.catf.us/events/getti...
January 19, 2026 at 12:29 PM
At Clean Air Task Force, we’ve spent 30 years on the cutting edge of effective climate advocacy, pushing for pragmatic action that works in the real world. Here’s what that looked like in 2025 ⬇️
January 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
New York is doubling down on nuclear energy ⚛️

Gov. Hochul just announced plans for 4 GW of new nuclear capacity in an important move to support grid reliability and affordability while also supporting the state’s climate goals. www.catf.us/2026/01/gove...
Governor Hochul announces 4 GW of nuclear energy to strengthen New York’s grid
The establishment of the Nuclear Reliability Backbone for a Zero-Emission Grid aims to add 4 GW of new nuclear capacity to New York's grid.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Commercial #fusion energy is moving closer to reality – but credible, transparent cost insights are essential to guide research priorities, policy decisions, and investment strategies.

To meet this need, Clean Air Task Force developed the Fusion Cost Model.
January 14, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Federal policy and executive actions have changed the landscape for clean energy investment in the U.S.

CATF's new, interactive map tracks local private investments in projects catalyzed by federal incentives and the federal policies that impact these investments.

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January 13, 2026 at 4:15 PM
EPA's finalized weaker-than-proposed standards for air pollution from stationary combustion turbines fail to protect public health and the environment, despite well-demonstrated and cost reasonable modern pollution controls.

Our statement: www.catf.us/2026/01/epas...
January 12, 2026 at 8:53 PM
How do we accelerate the clean energy transition while ensuring it’s equitable, resilient, & scalable?

CATF's @kspokas.bsky.social joins Cornell Atkinson Center to take a foundational look at the tech, materials, & societal shifts behind the energy transition: ecornell.cornell.edu/keynotes/ove...
January 12, 2026 at 5:56 PM
As #fusion energy moves from the lab to the grid, states can play a vital role in creating a strong business environment for deployment.

CATF's Ashley Arax and Dan West explore policies and fusion energy investments across the Western U.S.: www.catf.us/2025/12/fusi...
Fusion energy: The evolving technology landscape in Western states
Recent scientific breakthroughs and industrial advancements have positioned fusion energy as a promising solution to meet clean firm energy needs.
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January 7, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Heavy industry is vital to California’s and Texas’ economies. Despite political and economic differences, both states have strong tools to modernize industry, cut emissions, and improve local air quality.

Here's how ⬇️
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Industrial Innovation Policy Playbook in action: From California to Texas
The State Industrial Policy Playbook is a state-focused resource for policymakers seeking to advance industrial innovation.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:55 PM
🧵The Department of Energy's latest coal-focused funding opportunity misses the mark – and risks diverting carbon capture dollars away from what Congress actually directed.
January 5, 2026 at 5:08 PM
U.S. states remain essential drivers of climate and energy progress – and 2025 brought both significant milestones and critical lessons.

CATF detailed a region-by-region look at the major wins and trends for state climate action, and what's on the horizon for 2026.

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2025 Wins and Trends in State Climate Policy
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January 5, 2026 at 4:17 PM
From cutting methane emissions to scaling clean, firm energy, CATF is the global leader in effective climate advocacy.

Be part of the solution by supporting CATF as we take on the biggest climate challenges: give.catf.us/campaign/751...
December 31, 2025 at 2:46 PM
At Clean Air Task Force, we’ve spent nearly 30 years on the cutting edge of effective climate advocacy, pushing for pragmatic action that works in the real world.

Here’s what that looked like in 2025 ⬇️
December 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The U.S. Department of Energy's newly announced Office of Fusion has the potential to accelerate #fusion energy deployment – here's how coordinated action among DOE, the administration, and Congress can chart a clear path toward a commercial fusion energy future.

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DOE has launched an Office of Fusion. Here’s how it can help the industry scale.
The Department of Energy announced the return of a standalone Office of Fusion, signaling that the United States sees fusion energy commercialization as a core national energy priority.
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December 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM
As donors look to maximize their climate impact, Clean Air Task Force has once again been highlighted by @givinggreen.earth, @founderspledge.com, @vox.com, and @washingtonpost.com as one of the most effective nonprofits working to tackle #climatechange.

Support us: give.catf.us/campaign/751...
December 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
#Louisiana’s strong industrial base, existing #hydrogen demand, and major storage potential position the state for clean hydrogen growth.

Clear direction, strong state leadership, and sustained commitment are key to turning momentum into action. www.catf.us/2025/12/unlo...
Unlocking clean hydrogen in Louisiana
Louisiana has the ingredients to become one of the country’s most competitive clean hydrogen leaders.
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December 29, 2025 at 3:48 PM
CATF has unprecedented opportunities to advance clean energy for communities and the climate in 2026.

Give today to fuel the science, policy, and innovation needed to build a global energy system that works for everyone: give.catf.us/campaign/751...
December 27, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Make an impactful difference this year by giving to CATF, the global leader in effective climate advocacy.

Give now and your gift will be matched 1:1, doubling the difference you can make: give.catf.us/campaign/751...
December 26, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Federal policies and executive actions are reshaping clean energy investment across the U.S.

Explore our new, interactive map to see local private investments spurred by federal incentives and the impacts of recent federal policy on those investments: www.catf.us/us/us-clean-...
U.S. Clean Energy Investments and Federal Policy Impacts
Tracking where clean energy investments are going and for what projects is critical to understanding how federal policies are benefiting communities and strengthening America’s energy system – and wha...
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December 22, 2025 at 7:01 PM
What would it take for small modular reactors to work in the EU?

SMRs can deliver clean, firm power for the EU — but first-of-a-kind builds take time. The EU must shift from isolated pilot projects to repeatable deployment.

Find out what that looks like 👇

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What it would take for small modular reactors to work in the EU
The crucial task for the EU is to establish the right policy and regulatory environment to enable SMRs to thrive and be deployed at scale.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:11 AM
How does the potential of next-gen #geothermal translate to local power?

CATF’s Angelia Seligman takes a deep dive into the economics of developing enhanced geothermal systems across the U.S. – and the potential to scale clean, cost competitive power 👇 www.catf.us/2025/12/intr...
An introduction to the next clean energy frontier: Superhot rock geothermal and the power supply characterization of enhanced geothermal systems
This edition highlights key features of the 2024 article by Aljubran and Horne, Power supply characterization of baseload and flexible enhanced geothermal systems.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Today, the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission approved a new rule to cut harmful air pollution and #methane emissions from landfills statewide – protecting Colorado communities and the climate: earthjustice.org/press/2025/c...
December 18, 2025 at 6:48 PM
The EU Methane Regulation has the potential to significantly #CutMethane globally if implemented effectively.

A U.S. exemption would set back efforts to fight climate change and waste invested dollars in detecting and fixing leaks to reduce emissions.
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U.S. Is Seeking Exemption From a European Climate Law, Officials Say
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December 18, 2025 at 3:06 PM