CESA Projects
100% Clean Energy Collaborative
CESA created the 100% Clean Energy Collaborative to assist states (and other entities) that have 100% clean energy goals by providing knowledge-sharing activities and analysis so that together they can address program challenges and opportunities.
Building Decarbonization and Clean Heating/Cooling
The heating and cooling sector accounts for over forty percent of the nation’s energy use. CESA’s renewable thermal project works with member states to evaluate renewable heating and cooling technologies and develop policies and programs that support best practices to further develop the market for renewable thermal technologies.
Clean Energy Champion Awards
CESA's annual Lewis M. Milford Clean Energy Champion Award honors individuals who have made a substantial impact on the expansion of clean energy and who have influenced the progress of clean energy at the state level.
Energy Storage Policy for States
This project provides support to CESA members engaged in developing energy storage policy, programs and regulation. Activities include knowledge sharing, direct policy support, and independent analysis based on the interests and needs of CESA members. The project leverages other CESA and CEG efforts, including ESTAP and CEG’s Resilient Power Project.
Energy Storage Technology Advancement Partnership
The Energy Storage Technology Advancement Partnership (ESTAP) is a federal-state funding and information sharing project, managed by CESA, that aims to accelerate the deployment of electrical energy storage technologies in the U.S.
Expanding Solar Opportunity
Solar power is now the cheapest form of power worldwide, but not all households are able to take advantage of it. CESA helps states bring the financial, environmental, economic, and health benefits of solar to all Americans, regardless of income.
Federal Initiatives
The Federal Initiatives project provides opportunities for CESA-member organizations and all US states to learn about federal energy developments and exchange information to advance energy deployment in their state.
Networked Geothermal
As states pursue ambitious clean energy and decarbonization goals, networked geothermal is gaining attention as a flexible solution that can support building electrification, modernize energy infrastructure, and provide affordable heating and cooling. CESA helps states to connect and share emerging best practices.
Offshore Wind Accelerator
Offshore wind is one of the country’s most significant renewable energy resources with the potential to transform the nation’s energy portfolio, create tens of thousands of jobs, meet renewable energy policy and carbon emission reduction goals, and foster an inclusive and equitable energy transition.
Solar for All State Support Initiative
Solar for All was a $7 billion competitive grant program run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It funded states, tribes, nonprofits, and other eligible recipients to expand residential solar for low-income households and disadvantaged communities. CESA assisted 40+ states in applying to Solar for All.
State Leadership in Clean Energy Awards
CESA’s State Leadership in Clean Energy (SLICE) Awards recognize state programs that are most effectively accelerating adoption of clean energy technologies. Winners are chosen by an independent panel of distinguished judges.
Supporting the National Community Solar Partnership Plus (NCSP+)
The National Community Solar Partnership Plus (NCSP+) is a U.S. Department of Energy initiative that brings together key stakeholders to expand access to solar energy nationwide and build consumer confidence in solar.
VPP Acceleration Initiative
The VPP Acceleration Initiative helps states, local governments, communities, and financial institutions deploy and scale virtual power plants (VPPs)—advancing affordability, strengthening grid reliability, and supporting decarbonization. In addition to savings, communities enjoy health and resilience benefits.
