Clean Energy Needs Us Now More Than Ever

Julianna Larue

September 2025

Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill” is slashing Federal clean energy tax credits that save you money on your energy bill, protect clean energy jobs, and reduce pollution.

Here in Connecticut, we’re not backing down. This fall, we have important opportunities to defend clean energy, and make sure people know the facts about what’s at stake and how we can take action together.

Although this bill passed, federal clean energy tax credits are still available, but only for a limited time.

Families can save thousands of dollars while reducing pollution:

$4,000 back on a used EV, or instant savings when you lease one before September 30th 2025.
Households can also receive up to $1,000 for installing a home charger. For home energy upgrades by June 30, 2026.
Families can claim up to $3,200 in tax credits for audits, heat pumps, and insulation through December 31, 2025.
For solar panels, home batteries, and other clean energy projects, the credit covers up to 30% back on multiple projects through 2025.

These programs were designed to save money and accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. Trump’s cuts will take that away, which makes it more important than ever to claim these benefits now and speak out.

In the weeks ahead, we’re coming together to show the strength of the clean energy movement.

NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC MONTH

National Drive Electric Month runs from September 12 to October 12, 2025, celebrating the growing shift to cleaner cars and the savings they bring.

Electric Vehicles 101
Did you know there are more than 40 electric vehicle models available for sale today? Many major automakers now offer EVs that can travel up to 300 miles on a single charge—that’s about nine times the distance of the average daily commute.

Join Us in Connecticut
Interested in seeing EVs up close and talking to owners about their experience? There are National Drive Electric events happening all over Connecticut including Old Saybrook, New Britain, New Canaan, New Britain Windsor, and West Hartford.

There are many more events happening across the state — find one closest to you.

OFFSHORE WIND

On Friday, August 22 the Trump Administration ordered an immediate halt to work on Revolution Wind, a wind project that was 80% complete. The wind farm was being built at the State Pier in New London, and part of its electricity is coming to Connecticut bringing affordable, renewable offshore wind to our state. In all, this wind project supports more than 2,500 U.S. jobs across construction, operations, shipbuilding, and manufacturing.

You can see the Sierra Club Connecticut statement on this order.

Connecticut has committed to two gigawatts of offshore wind energy, and support is growing across the state and along the East Coast. Offshore wind is one of the most powerful tools we have to tackle the climate crisis while creating healthier communities and stronger local economies.

Offshore wind means good jobs for local workers, from shipyards and ports to electricians and clean energy technicians. It means healthier air by cutting pollution from fossil fuels so families can breathe easier. It means homegrown, reliable power that stabilizes electricity costs and reduces our dependence on imported fuels. And it means thriving coastal economies, with revitalized infrastructure and new opportunities for small businesses.

We stand with communities, laborers, and local leaders who are saying YES to Offshore Wind. Together, we can power our future with clean, affordable, and reliable energy while creating resilient places to live and work.

Add Your Name: Say YES to Offshore Wind

SUN DAY CELEBRATIONS

On September 21, 2025, communities across Connecticut and around the world will join together for SUN DAY, a celebration of the unstoppable rise of clean energy.

The clean energy revolution is already here. Solar, wind, and battery storage are now the cheapest sources of power on the planet, cutting costs for families, creating thousands of jobs, and making our communities stronger. Yet some politicians and industries are still trying to hold this progress back.

Here in Connecticut, events are being planned all over the state including Mansfield, Stamford, West Hartford, Branford, Manchester, New Haven, Storrs and a statewide celebration will take place at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Join us in New Britain for an afternoon of community, music, speakers, art, and action. Together, we’ll highlight the progress we’ve made, push for more, and show that clean energy cannot be stopped.

Learn more and Save Your Spot for any of the SUN DAY events happening in Connecticut.

Julianna Larue is an organizer at Sierra Club Connecticut, focusing on our state legislative efforts.