NEWS: Energy affordability is forcing a makeover in the politics of clean energy, according to Republican energy policy whisperer Heather Reams.

The pitch has changed: Instead of urging lawmakers to embrace a particular climate message, there’s a far more effective tactic to influence policy and engage voters, Reams said: framing clean energy in terms of jobs, investment, and resources. 

The bigger picture: To meet the rising electricity demand—and energy bills—Reams highlights nuclear, geothermal, and battery technologies as key solutions. But: This moment is less about choosing one energy source, she argues, and more about adding enough power while keeping electricity affordable and reducing pollution.