Federal Initiatives
Providing states with information, tailored guidance, and opportunities for collaboration as they design and implement energy programs in their state.
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. In particular, the Initiative
- keeps participants abreast of federal policies and funding opportunities both via the Federal Energy News newsletter and by bringing in industry experts to help them understand policy developments,
- helps participants leverage and request technical assistance provided by CESA and partnering organizations, and
- shares best practices and peer-learning in energy program design and implementation among states and regions.
CESA members are also offered a series of working groups and learning networks through the Initiative, including technology-specific working groups on topics like networked geothermal, and other communities/groups like the Energy Equity Working Group. Learn more about these offerings here.
Members also connect and learn about recent federal energy policies and their impacts on states, for example via the CESA Water Coolers. Water Coolers provide CESA members with an informal, protected space to learn about, discuss, and ask questions regarding federal energy developments and how they may affect state programs. Past Water Coolers have featured presentations and Q&A from experts on topics across the energy spectrum, e.g., national lab research on the interconnection queue and state electricity prices, the implications of federal legislation and actions on states, and more.
These opportunities give states the chance to collaborate across state borders with one another and connect with agencies and departments in charge of programs to address their needs and prioritize the use of program funding. If you are a state energy official interested in learning more about and joining these meetings, please email [email protected].
Weekly Newsletter: Federal Energy News
CESA produces a weekly newsletter tracking federal policy and funding opportunities. It provides information, guidance, and technical assistance to CESA-member organizations and to all states. The newsletter is available exclusively to state and federal government employees. Email Anna to subscribe.
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