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Congressional Hearing: Climate Investments for Families and Businesses

Original title: CLEANER, CHEAPER ENERGY: CLIMATEINVESTMENTS TO HELP FAMILIESAND BUSINESSES

January 1, 2022

climate changeclean energyenergy policyeconomic developmentinfrastructurefossil fuels

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony and legislative priorities regarding federal climate investments intended to influence energy costs and job creation for American families and businesses.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

American households

Households are the target demographic for potential energy cost reductions and changes in energy efficiency standards.

Energy sector businesses

Businesses in the energy sector are subject to potential shifts in federal policy regarding clean energy investment and permitting.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.

What's next

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Summary

The House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis held a hearing on December 9, 2021, to discuss how investments in clean energy, energy efficiency, and electric technology can lower costs for households and businesses. The session featured testimony from energy experts and industry leaders regarding the economic and environmental impacts of transitioning away from fossil fuels.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on December 9, 2021, in the Cannon House Office Building.
  • The committee discussed the potential for clean energy investments to reduce energy prices and electric bills for consumers.
  • The hearing addressed the transition from fossil fuel reliance to clean electricity, energy efficiency, and electric appliances/vehicles.
  • The committee referenced the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Build Back Better Act as legislative vehicles for climate investment.
  • Four expert witnesses provided oral and prepared statements regarding energy policy and permitting.
  • The Solar Energy Industries Association submitted a letter regarding supply chain labor practices and solar manufacturing.
  • Rewiring America submitted a report titled 'Energy Bill Security for American Households through Electrification'.
  • Resources for the Future submitted two issue briefs regarding power sector emissions and cost analysis.

Why It Matters

This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony and legislative priorities regarding federal climate investments intended to influence energy costs and job creation for American families and businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing was held to examine how federal investments in clean energy can lower costs for families and businesses and improve economic resilience.
Who testified at the hearing?
The witnesses included Miranda A.A. Ballentine (Clean Energy Buyers Association), Dr. Uday Varadarajan (RMI/Stanford), Alexander Herrgott (The Institute), and Amy Meyers Jaffe (Tufts University).

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Discoveries

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Focus on Electrification

The hearing highlights a strategic shift toward household electrification as a primary method for achieving energy security and cost reduction.

Rewiring America

Connected Entities

personMiranda A.A. Ballentine“CEO of Clean Energy Buyers Association”Map →
personAmy Meyers Jaffe“Research Professor at Tufts University”Map →
organizationSelect Committee on the Climate Crisis“House committee hosting the hearing”Map →
personKathy Castor“Chair of the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis”Map →
personAlexander Herrgott“CEO of The Permitting Institute”Map →
personGarrett Graves“Ranking Member of the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis”Map →
personUday Varadarajan“Principal at RMI and Stanford University scholar”Map →

Sources

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  • Significance60
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  • Controversy40
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  • Entertainment10
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  • Buzz20
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