Mission, vision, and values

Our mission

The Clean Coalition is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to accelerate the transition to renewable energy and a modern grid through technical, policy, and project development expertise.

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How we achieve our mission

We believe in expanding the use of renewable energy by creating fair, transparent, and effective policies and programs:

  • We drive policy innovation to remove barriers to procurement and interconnection of distributed energy resources (DER) such as local renewables, energy storage, and demand response
  • We establish programs and market mechanisms that realize the full potential of integrating these solutions
  • We are active in numerous proceedings before state and federal agencies throughout the U.S.
  • We collaborate with utilities and other load-serving entities, municipalities, and other jurisdictions to create near-term deployment opportunities that prove the technical and economic viability of local DER
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Our vision: 100% Renewable Energy with 25% Local Generation

Ultimately, the Clean Coalition envisions the United States being 100% powered by renewable energy, substantially from local sources. This approach will benefit all communities including the disadvantaged and low-income communities that are often most impacted by power outages and climate-related events. To make this goal a reality, we are working to achieve these objectives over the next 10-30 years:

  • 100% Renewable Energy: Transition the entire U.S. energy grid to renewable sources, eliminating dependence on fossil fuels.
  • 25% Local Generation: Ensure that 25% of all electricity comes from local renewable sources, interconnected within the distribution grid. This local generation will enhance community resilience without relying on the long-distance transmission grid.

Key Objectives:

  • Establish policies and programs that recognize and promote the full value of local renewable energy.
  • Demonstrate the superiority of local energy systems in terms of economics, environmental impact, and resilience.
  • Ensure that the transition to renewable energy benefits all communities, with a focus on improving energy security for vulnerable populations.
  • Develop and implement strategies to overcome technical, regulatory, and economic barriers to achieving our 100% renewable energy goal.

By pursuing this vision, we aim to create a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable energy future.

Where our vision is already being realized
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Our values

The Clean Coalition operates according to these guiding principles:

  • Passion/mission: We’re a mission-driven organization comprised of people deeply dedicated to accelerating the transition to renewable energy and a modern grid. Our mission drives everything we do.
  • Effectiveness: In everything we do, we aim, plan, and execute — with persistence and commitment.
  • Constant learning and improvement: Just as we’re aiming to improve our electricity system, Clean Coalition team members constantly strive to improve.
  • Innovation: We’re visionary, creative, and ahead of the game.
  • Collaboration: We succeed through collaboration and cross-fertilization.
  • Trust: We achieve our mission through a high-trust workplace.
  • Kindness and caring: This is how we treat the planet, its people, and each other.

I was impressed right away. The Clean Coalition came onto the scene quickly as a results-oriented advocate for targeted policies that can unleash the potential of renewable energy and the new energy economy through simple, fair, and effective market principles. The work of the Clean Coalition is vital in helping the United States accelerate its replacement of fossil fuels with renewables.

Hunter Lovins
President, Natural Capitalism Solutions

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