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March 6, 2025

Missouri’s Economic Future Hinges on Legislation to Generate More Electric Power

By Chris Ventura, Midwest Executive Director for Consumer Energy Alliance What happens when a state can’t keep up with its growing power needs? The answer is simple: families pay more,.

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January 21, 2025

EPA Grants Families, Businesses and U.S. Energy a Win with West Virginia Class VI Primacy

West Virginia becomes fourth state to win permitting primacy from EPA Decision moves U.S. cleaner energy forward without limiting vital production CHARLESTON, WV – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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January 20, 2025

Consumer Energy Alliance Leader to Address Critical Energy Export Issues at AAPA POWERS Summit

TAMPA, FL – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Chris Ventura will join international maritime and energy leaders to discuss America’s crucial role in global energy security at the.

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January 6, 2025

Biden Administration’s Offshore Drilling Ban Bookends Four Years of Restricting American Energy

New restrictions threaten energy security affordability for American families Decision continues troubling pattern of limiting domestic energy production that began with Keystone XL cancellation HOUSTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA).

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December 18, 2024

EPA Waiver for California Traditional Car Ban Will Deprive Millions of Families of Choice, Lead to Higher Energy Prices

Waiver in waning days of administration forces unpopular policy on 35% of U.S. Policy risks driving energy prices higher by increasing electricity demand WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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May 21, 2024

Higher Fuel Prices Forcing American Families, Small Businesses to Make Sacrifices

• Memorial Day forecast to be this year’s priciest holiday at the pump • Gasoline price changes of just a few cents a gallon can significantly alter household budgets •.

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May 1, 2024

I’m Not Going to Vote for You Because You Keep Raising My Energy Prices

CEA’s David Holt joined Veriten for a discussion on electricity affordability and reliability for families and businesses across the country. Listen here – Veriten
.

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May 1, 2024

Costly Energy Mistakes Are Doing Nothing for the Climate – but Are Raising Bills and Making Energy Less Reliable

CEA’s President, David Holt, reviews some of the policies that states like California and New York are enacting that will raise energy bills for consumers while jeopardizing reliability. Let’s look.

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April 29, 2024

CEA Applauds Legislation Reversing Cancelation of Alaska Oil Leases

WASHINGTON D.C. – Consumer Energy Alliance, the leading advocate for affordable and reliable energy for families and small businesses, voices its support for H.R. 6285, which reverses the Biden Administration’s.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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January 20, 2025

Consumer Energy Alliance Leader to Address Critical Energy Export Issues at AAPA POWERS Summit

TAMPA, FL – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Chris Ventura will join international maritime and energy leaders to discuss America’s crucial role in global energy security at the.

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January 6, 2025

Biden Administration’s Offshore Drilling Ban Bookends Four Years of Restricting American Energy

New restrictions threaten energy security affordability for American families Decision continues troubling pattern of limiting domestic energy production that began with Keystone XL cancellation HOUSTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA).

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October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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September 10, 2024

Playing Favorites: “Green” Energy Subsidies Dwarf Fossil Fuels

CEA President David Holt joined KTRH to discuss the subsidies being extended to different forms of energy production, and how that impacts consumers. Listen here – KTRH AM 740
.

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June 17, 2024

Houston-Based Company to Build Largest New Refinery in 50 Years

CEA President David Holt joined KTRH to discuss how enhancing our country’s refining infrastructure can help ensure consumers have access to affordable transportation fuels. Listen here – KTRH AM 740
.

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January 21, 2025

EPA Grants Families, Businesses and U.S. Energy a Win with West Virginia Class VI Primacy

West Virginia becomes fourth state to win permitting primacy from EPA Decision moves U.S. cleaner energy forward without limiting vital production CHARLESTON, WV – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

Read More

January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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July 18, 2024

CEA Thanks Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro For Signing Bipartisan Carbon Capture Bill into Law

• Law will accelerate billions in carbon capture, hydrogen hub opportunities • Carbon capture poised to generate well-paying building trade jobs HARRISBURG, Pa. – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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June 29, 2024

Hosting a July Fourth BBQ? Prices Have Changed a Lot in NJ

As higher energy prices continue to ripple through the economy, increasing the prices of food and other necessities, CEA President David Holt talks about the impact this will have on.

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May 21, 2024

Higher Fuel Prices Forcing American Families, Small Businesses to Make Sacrifices

• Memorial Day forecast to be this year’s priciest holiday at the pump • Gasoline price changes of just a few cents a gallon can significantly alter household budgets •.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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September 10, 2024

Playing Favorites: “Green” Energy Subsidies Dwarf Fossil Fuels

CEA President David Holt joined KTRH to discuss the subsidies being extended to different forms of energy production, and how that impacts consumers. Listen here – KTRH AM 740
.

Read More

June 17, 2024

Houston-Based Company to Build Largest New Refinery in 50 Years

CEA President David Holt joined KTRH to discuss how enhancing our country’s refining infrastructure can help ensure consumers have access to affordable transportation fuels. Listen here – KTRH AM 740
.

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May 21, 2024

Higher Fuel Prices Forcing American Families, Small Businesses to Make Sacrifices

• Memorial Day forecast to be this year’s priciest holiday at the pump • Gasoline price changes of just a few cents a gallon can significantly alter household budgets •.

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May 1, 2024

I’m Not Going to Vote for You Because You Keep Raising My Energy Prices

CEA’s David Holt joined Veriten for a discussion on electricity affordability and reliability for families and businesses across the country. Listen here – Veriten
.

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March 6, 2025

Missouri’s Economic Future Hinges on Legislation to Generate More Electric Power

By Chris Ventura, Midwest Executive Director for Consumer Energy Alliance What happens when a state can’t keep up with its growing power needs? The answer is simple: families pay more,.

Read More

January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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November 15, 2024

Consumer Energy Alliance Applauds Approval of Midwest Carbon Express Pipeline Route by North Dakota PSC

Approval will help ethanol producers meet growing demand for low-carbon fuels Strengthens marketplace for farmers, preserves corn demand Contributes to emissions reduction goals and fosters energy innovation. BISMARCK, ND– Consumer.

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November 15, 2024

Wisconsin’s Approval of Line 5 Rerouting Draws Energy Affordability, Security One Step Closer for Midwest

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources signs off on rerouting permits Reroute ensures Line 5’s continued operation, respects tribal autonomy MADISON, WI – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) today commended the Wisconsin.

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October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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June 28, 2024

Retired First Responders Help DTE Handle Storms’ Aftermath

As electric utilities across the country look to improve storm response, CEA Midwest Executive Director talked about a new program being deployed in Michigan using retired first responders to help.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

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October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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May 23, 2024

CT’s Risky Attitude Toward Utilities Won’t Keep Lights on or Lower Prices

Twenty years ago, Connecticut consumers paid only about 30% more than the national average for electricity, and today, it’s 100% more. CEA’s Marc Brown explores why consumers are paying more,.

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May 21, 2024

Higher Fuel Prices Forcing American Families, Small Businesses to Make Sacrifices

• Memorial Day forecast to be this year’s priciest holiday at the pump • Gasoline price changes of just a few cents a gallon can significantly alter household budgets •.

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May 7, 2024

With Improvements, Proposed CT Energy Bill Could Be Good for CT

CEA Northeast Executive Director Marc Brown looks at the practical implications of ensuring the continued operation of Connecticut’s Millstone nuclear power station and the benefits provided to consumers. With growing.

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May 1, 2024

I’m Not Going to Vote for You Because You Keep Raising My Energy Prices

CEA’s David Holt joined Veriten for a discussion on electricity affordability and reliability for families and businesses across the country. Listen here – Veriten
.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

Read More

October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

Read More

May 21, 2024

Higher Fuel Prices Forcing American Families, Small Businesses to Make Sacrifices

• Memorial Day forecast to be this year’s priciest holiday at the pump • Gasoline price changes of just a few cents a gallon can significantly alter household budgets •.

Read More

May 1, 2024

I’m Not Going to Vote for You Because You Keep Raising My Energy Prices

CEA’s David Holt joined Veriten for a discussion on electricity affordability and reliability for families and businesses across the country. Listen here – Veriten
.

Read More

May 1, 2024

Costly Energy Mistakes Are Doing Nothing for the Climate – but Are Raising Bills and Making Energy Less Reliable

CEA’s President, David Holt, reviews some of the policies that states like California and New York are enacting that will raise energy bills for consumers while jeopardizing reliability. Let’s look.

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April 17, 2024

A Government Takeover of the Utility Will Cost San Diego Taxpayers

CEA’s Matt Gonzales discusses the true costs for residents and taxpayers when cities look at taking over utility services. The City of San Diego is debating whether it should take.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

Read More

October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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June 24, 2024

Digital Desk: Relief for High Gas Prices

CEA’s David Holt sat down with Action News 5 to talk about the impact high gas prices have had on summer travel plans. Watch here – Action News 5
.

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June 19, 2024

Lower Electricity Rates Are a Daily Victory for Florida Families, Businesses

CEA Southeast Executive Director Kevin Doyle examines how Florida is maintaining low electric rates while continuing to invest in the energy grid and bringing on new sources of environmentally responsible.

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June 5, 2024

CEA Applauds Gov. Youngkin and AG Miyares for Preserving Consumer Choice in Virginia’s Automotive Marketplace

RICHMOND, VA – In response to Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin’s and Attorney General Jason Miyares’ announcement that Virginia will not be adopting California’s car ban, Consumer Energy Alliance’s Southeast Executive.

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June 3, 2024

Climate Activists Push Back after Florida Repeals Energy Goals, Citing New Law

With Florida evaluating it’s energy policies, CEA’s Kevin Doyle examines how consumers can benefit from a diversity of sustainable energy resources. “I think what Florida has proven is that you.

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January 20, 2025

CEA Applauds President Trump’s Expansive Day One Energy Announcements

Trump announces he will declare national energy emergency President plans to reverse restrictions, red tape piled onto energy over past 4 years WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading.

Read More

October 17, 2024

New CEA Analysis: Misguided Energy Policies Could Cost Consumers $149.2 Billion More This Winter

Despite Gas Price Relief, Home Energy Costs Continue to Soar; CEA Urges Policymakers to Embrace Common-Sense Energy Solutions WASHINGTON – Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate.

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September 18, 2024

US Statehouse Elections Offer No Easy Paths to Prohibiting Gas Bans

CEA Southwest Executive Director Matt Gonzales spoke with S&P Global about the importance of ensuring consumer choice for natural gas access in New Mexico. “There’s a lot of people around.

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September 16, 2024

Fool’s Gold Rush: The Unimpressive, Superlative Failures of California’s Energy Policy

As California’s consumers continue to reel from some of the highest electricity and gasoline prices in the country, CEA’s Matt Gonzales looks at the record number of policy failures which.

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June 25, 2024

Fact Finders: Gas Prices Are Falling. Why?

As Arizonans see gas prices moderate for the first time in months, Consumer Energy Alliance looks at the summer travel season and how consumers can continue to cope with historically.

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May 21, 2024

Higher Fuel Prices Forcing American Families, Small Businesses to Make Sacrifices

• Memorial Day forecast to be this year’s priciest holiday at the pump • Gasoline price changes of just a few cents a gallon can significantly alter household budgets •.

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