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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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...
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...
November 21, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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...
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...
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
November 19, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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...
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.
November 17, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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.
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...
November 17, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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...
@doctorkflem.bsky.social makes the case!
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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September 17, 2025 at 1:16 PM
@doctorkflem.bsky.social makes the case!
USG pullback from large-scale energy & industrial demo projects will hurt US & the world & benefit China. www.cfr.org/expert-brief...
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
September 9, 2025 at 1:29 PM
USG pullback from large-scale energy & industrial demo projects will hurt US & the world & benefit China. www.cfr.org/expert-brief...
Word of the day: "involution" - my latest at the National Interest #EVs #China nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
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
September 2, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Word of the day: "involution" - my latest at the National Interest #EVs #China nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
@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-...
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
June 26, 2025 at 4:16 PM
@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-...
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...
www.realclearenergy.org
June 3, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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...
I'm excited to share my perspectives on clean energy innovation w @ucigcc.bsky.social @nwittstock.bsky.social ucigcc.org/podcast/clea...
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
May 13, 2025 at 7:55 PM
I'm excited to share my perspectives on clean energy innovation w @ucigcc.bsky.social @nwittstock.bsky.social ucigcc.org/podcast/clea...
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-...
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
April 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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-...
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...
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
April 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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...
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...
Third Way
www.thirdway.org
April 18, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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...
If IEA is on administration hit list, Congress should stand up for it – it’s what Henry Kissinger, Mr Realpolitik himself would do
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April 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
If IEA is on administration hit list, Congress should stand up for it – it’s what Henry Kissinger, Mr Realpolitik himself would do
Backstory in depth below IEA has room to improve but US shouldn’t throw the baby out with the bathwater! nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
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
April 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Backstory in depth below IEA has room to improve but US shouldn’t throw the baby out with the bathwater! nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
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...
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
April 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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...
Recent reports @washingtonpost.com reveal Trump administration planning cuts to funding & withdrawal from many international orgns www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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
April 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Recent reports @washingtonpost.com reveal Trump administration planning cuts to funding & withdrawal from many international orgns www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
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...
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
April 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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...
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
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
April 7, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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...
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...
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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
April 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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...
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-...
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
April 3, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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-...
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...
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
March 27, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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...
So f-ing depressing heatmap.news/climate/brea...
The Bill Gates Era of Climate Giving Has Ended
Breakthrough Energy is winding down its policy and advocacy office, depriving the Inflation Reduction Act of a powerful defender.
heatmap.news
March 12, 2025 at 9:40 PM
So f-ing depressing heatmap.news/climate/brea...
Electrify everything! Whoops, we forgot to decarbonize first. @volts.wtf @jessedjenkins.com Latest US electricity demand forecast from S&P cleanpower.org/wp-content/u...
March 12, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Electrify everything! Whoops, we forgot to decarbonize first. @volts.wtf @jessedjenkins.com Latest US electricity demand forecast from S&P cleanpower.org/wp-content/u...
Saddened to hear of the passing of Dick Nelson, a great person and great scholar. We are all in his debt. doi.org/10.1016/j.re...
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March 10, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Saddened to hear of the passing of Dick Nelson, a great person and great scholar. We are all in his debt. doi.org/10.1016/j.re...