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The ARC Act offers a smart way to build nuclear—via federal cost-sharing, not rate hikes. Read our statement of support for details on this approach: goodenergycollective.org/press-releases… See @WashTimes for a deeper dive by GEC’s Erik Funkhouser and Julia Sweatman: washingtontimes.com/news/2026/mar/…

California lawmakers may carve out an exception to the state’s 50-year nuclear moratorium. @GoodEnergyColl’s Erik Funkhouser talked to @Bloomberg about what’s driving the change of heart. Also picked up by Politico’s @EENewsUpdates. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

@GivingGreenE has awarded GEC $200K to explore a question of growing importance to clean energy: What does it take to earn lasting community trust? We're building the evidence base so clean energy projects can advance faster w/ stronger community support. goodenergycollective.org/resources/good…

New from GEC: Our February newsletter covers a milestone in our research, what Meta’s nuclear deals mean for communities, and key federal developments in nuclear energy policy. goodenergycollective.givevirtuous.org/donate/communi…

Meta’s nuclear power agreements may help bridge the gap between demonstration and commercial deployment. They’re an encouraging sign. What matters now: how well the deals are designed to benefit the communities that host them. Our take: goodenergycollective.org/press-releases…

AI needs electricity—lots, reliably. That's reshaping convos about nuclear. In @devex, @ErikFunkhouser makes the case that development finance institutions should engage w/ nuclear, not avoid it—w/ strong conditions for safety, transparency, & governance. bit.ly/3Z2R29e

We put communities at the center of our work because understanding local perspectives is essential to advancing nuclear energy thoughtfully and effectively. This #GivingTuesday, support our community-centered research and policy work: tinyurl.com/mrxtp6je

Nuclear momentum is unmistakable in 2025. How do we keep communities at the center? This month we explored that question through community workshops in Vermont, Hill meetings in DC, and more. Read about it in our November newsletter: mailchi.mp/goodenergycoll…

This #GivingTuesday, help shape an energy future communities can count on for clean, reliable power that supports long-term economic opportunity.  Consider making a gift today: tinyurl.com/mrxtp6je

We put communities at the center of our work because understanding local perspectives is essential to advancing nuclear energy thoughtfully and effectively. This #GivingTuesday, support our community-centered research and policy work: goodenergycollective.org/donate

California needs reliable, affordable, and clean energy to meet its 2045 goals. Today 📅Join GEC's Erik Funkhouser and @BayAreaCouncil to explore how nuclear—and innovations like AI—could shape CA’s energy future. Register in-person or virtually: ewp.seatrobot.com/?t=BUDV41gN5cH…

California needs reliable, affordable, and clean energy to meet its 2045 goals. GEC's Erik Funkhouser will join @BayAreaCouncil to explore how nuclear—and innovations like AI—could shape CA’s energy future. Register in-person or virtually: ewp.seatrobot.com/?t=BUDV41gN5cH…

We were honored to support @andrewnkamau's preparation for @NEISAfrica. He led a lively panel on Africa’s energy needs, including the role of advanced nuclear (#SMR) in expanding #EnergyAccess. More here: goodenergycollective.org/resources/gec-…

John Cornwell, our Director of Research & Policy, in @TheNatlInterest: The US nuclear waste challenge is solvable! Solutions are scientifically proven. The impasse is political/social. Need urgent action on funding/regulations/collaboration. #NuclearWaste nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-wo…

Enthusiasm for nuclear is back, but it’s not the same old story. The motivating factors are new, as are the opportunities ahead—let's seize the moment. See our latest in @UtilityDive utilitydive.com/news/nuclear-e…

We're excited to welcome Dr. Matt Bowen as a Senior Fellow at Good Energy Collective! A leading voice in nuclear energy policy, Matt brings deep expertise in permitting, markets, and innovation policy. Learn more about his new role: goodenergycollective.org/press-releases…

Pretty staggering stat in this new report: 25-55% of US nuclear power projects are at risk of failure due to the Senate BBB’s convoluted “foreign entity of concern” rules.

AI is energy-hungry, and it’s driving a dramatic surge in demand for power. Our new piece in @TheNatlInterest shows how AI firms can: •Avoid crowding out clean energy projects •Expand access to clean power •Ensure local communities benefit long-term shorturl.at/IKWeH

🚨New @goodenergycoll analysis: The Senate’s tax credit bill improves on H.R.1—but risks remain. •Construction deadline eased •Graduated FEOC rules •Still $3.7–$8.2B in projected losses Read the full breakdown: goodenergycollective.org/resources/issu…  #OBBB #Reconciliation

Exciting changes at @goodenergycoll: Nuclear is gaining global momentum–and we’re ready for it.   New leadership, novel research and fresh analysis showing how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could derail $19.5B in U.S. nuclear investment. Newsletter: mailchi.mp/goodenergycoll…