Deployment

CRES Issue Priorities 

To measure successful climate action, we must look at global emissions. Thanks largely to cutting-edge innovation, investment to increase the U.S. carbon advantage, and a commitment to clean energy technologies, the United States leads the world in emissions reductions. But there is still work to be done. CRES’ mission is to engage as many U.S. policymakers and the public to embrace an all-of-the-above energy approach, which would strengthen America’s leadership, boost local economies, secure strong domestic supply chains, and protect our planet.  

Deployment

Deployment of new technologies and infrastructure is critical to continued reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and access to affordable energy. To ensure America’s continued leadership in lowering emissions, we must remove barriers to access resources, build energy infrastructure, and deploy new clean energy technologies.

Permitting & Regulatory Reform

Modernizing regulations, streamlining processes, and reducing costs while maintaining environmental integrity will accelerate the pace of infrastructure development and domestic resource production, resulting in economic gains for America and reduced global emissions.

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Grid Modernization

The future of a secure, reliable, and resilient grid will rely heavily on expanded energy storage, smart-grid infrastructure, and new transmission that combined will allow for a seamless integration of all sources of energy.

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Federal Lands & Waters

Homegrown American energy and the development of clean energy technologies rely on timely, responsible access to federal lands and waters.

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June 1, 2026
Grid Innovation for Wildfire Mitigation: Modernizing Infrastructure to Reduce Risk, Improve Reliability, and Protect Communities
Wildfires are a growing challenge for communities, economies, and infrastructure across the United States. As fire seasons lengthen and fires become more intense and costly, utilities face increasing pressure to reduce ignition risk while maintaining reliability.  Advanced grid technologies offer a practical pathway to address these risks, reducing ignition risk, limiting damage, and improving response. Moreover, targeted policy actions—including reducing permitting delays, strengthening coordination, and maintaining federal financing tools—can help accelerate […]
May 27, 2026
Powering America: How Regional Resources Drive Energy Security and Reliability
From coastlines to plains, rivers to oilfields, America has always benefited from vast and diverse natural resources that have propelled our growth for generations. Each state and region has leveraged its unique geography and geology to deliver affordable, reliable energy to American consumers and businesses.   Today, that advantage matters more than ever. Electricity demand is rising rapidly, driven by AI and data centers, manufacturing and electrification. No single technology or fuel can […]
May 26, 2026
Celebrating America’s Nuclear Renaissance at the Crane Clean Energy Center
Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES) Forum was honored to join Senator Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) on May 18th for a visit to the Crane Clean Energy Center in Londonderry Township, Pennsylvania, a site that the Senator described as “emblematic of the rebirth of nuclear power.”  Constellation Energy, which operates the facility formerly known as Three Mile Island Nuclear Generating Station, is bringing its Unit […]
May 4, 2026
Backgrounder: Grid Technology & Infrastructure - Investing in Reliability, Affordability and Growth
The U.S. grid is widely considered a massive engineering achievement—and it’s how our country enjoys reliable, abundant and affordable electricity. In fact, the grid successfully balances supply and demand in real time and manages disruptions without having customers see interruption. Our electricity is incredibly reliable—with power available to consumers almost 99.95% of the time.i As our nation sees electricity needs grow, the grid will need reinvestment to ensure we continue to […]
March 17, 2026
Nuclear Fusion: Helion Energy Achieves 150 Million Degree Milestone
Helion Energy, an American fusion energy company, recently achieved a major milestone in the race to commercialize fusion energy. On February 13, the company announced its Polaris prototype successfully reached temperatures of 150 million degrees Celsius and demonstrated measurable deuterium-tritium fusion. This achievement breaks the company’s previous 100-million-degree record and marks a substantial step forward in private-sector fusion energy progress.  Fusion is the process in which two atoms are forcibly merged to release energy. The energy released is up to four times more […]
February 19, 2026
Recap: 2026 CRES Academy Session 1: Innovations in Grid Technology and Infrastructure
To highlight the importance of America’s existing grid technology and the necessary updates to keep up with demand, CRES Academy’s first session of 2026 brought together dozens of staffers and industry leaders to discuss the need to build and expand America’s energy capacity. With CRES Forum’s Director of Government Affairs Tommy Reynolds providing opening remarks, […]
February 10, 2026
Recap: CRES Forum's Unleashing Energy: Removing Regional Obstacles for Growth
To highlight Congress working to advance an all-of-the-above energy approach, CRES Forum hosted a reception entitled, “Unleashing Energy: Removing Regional Obstacles for Growth,” bringing together Republican members of Congress, senior congressional staff, industry leaders and energy policy experts. CRES Forum President and CEO Heather Reams opened the evening with brief remarks, touching on the importance of removing obstacles to diversify the nation’s regional energy creation. She also highlighted a recent Member roundtable held by CRES Forum that focused on abundance derived from the unique geological benefits across states. Reams continued the programming, thanked guests for coming and introduced Chairwoman of the Conservative Climate Caucus Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa), who spoke on the need for a true […]
January 29, 2026
Clean Hydrogen: Driving American Industrial Competitiveness
Clean hydrogen is quickly emerging as a strategic tool for industrial competitiveness—and the United States is well-positioned to lead. Clean hydrogen offers a transformative opportunity for American industrial renewal and global energy leadership. From refineries and fertilizer plants to steel mills and shipping ports, it offers a practical path to strengthen America’s manufacturing base while lowering […]
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