CERES, INC.

Energy/Nuclear

Ceres and participating companies advocated for the continued implementation and protection of clean energy tax incentives established under the Inflation Reduction Act, specifically the Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credit (45X), the Clean Electricity Production Tax Credit (45Y), and the Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit (48E). Outreach emphasized the importance of these credits in driving domestic manufacturing of clean energy technologies, expanding zero-emission electricity generation, and sustaining U.S. leadership in clean energy innovation. Engagement also supported associated bonus credits for projects in energy and low-income communities, highlighting their role in equitable deployment and economic revitalization. Ceres opposed efforts to repeal or weaken these provisions, citing independent analyses projecting major reductions in clean energy deployment and higher electricity prices if the credits are rescinded. Communications with congressional offices focused on the economic, reliability, and job-creation benefits of these policies, as well as the need for long-term policy certainty to maintain momentum in clean energy investment and infrastructure growth.

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Transportation

Ceres and its network of companies engaged with federal policymakers to support the implementation and retention of federal clean transportation tax credits established or revised under the Inflation Reduction Act, specifically the Consumer Clean Vehicle Credit (30D), Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit (45W), and Alternative Refueling Property Credit (30C). Advocacy focused on maintaining these credits effectiveness in lowering the cost of electric vehicles for middle-class consumers and businesses, while strengthening U.S.-based manufacturing and supply chains. Outreach emphasized the role of domestic content and income limitations under 30D in ensuring that the credit supports U.S. workers and avoids subsidizing luxury imports. Ceres also highlighted the role of 30C in driving investment in charging infrastructure, especially in rural and low-income communities. These incentives were presented as essential to lowering long-term fuel and maintenance costs for consumers, creating jobs, enhancing reliability, and maintaining U.S. competitiveness in the global auto sector. Policymakers were urged to preserve and build upon these provisions to secure long-term energy affordability and economic growth.