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New C3 Solutions Report: China is No Green Energy Darling
Facing Facts on the PRC’s Environmental Realities and How the U.S. Can Lead in Energy Dominance and Environmental Progress
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Nick Loris
StaffPresident · C3 Solutions
Nick Loris is president of C3 Solutions. He researches energy and environmental policy, including nuclear power, natural resources, subsidies, and the role of markets in reducing emissions. He previously worked at The Heritage Foundation and has testified before congressional committees.
Latest essays
Policy
Don’t Let This Be America’s ‘Germany Moment’ on Energy
The attempt to force an economically foolish energy transition onto its people turned Germany from global envy into a cautionary tale. The U.S. must heed the warning—if Congress and the administration fail to fix America’s broken regulatory process, America’s energy dominance and economic prowess could suffer a similar fate, with similar political consequences.
Policy
Energy and Environment Priorities for 2025
In a new white paper, Philip Rossetti and I argue that a policy agenda built on freedom, innovation, security, and transparency will supply families and businesses with affordable, reliable energy. It will also result in a more prosperous, secure America and a cleaner planet.
Science & Tech
Military Innovation Could Revolutionize Generators and Accelerate Energy Innovation
As demonstrated by a recent U.S. Army development that could replace traditional diesel generators, military innovation can also benefit energy consumers and the planet.
Conservation
Understanding Climate Change’s Impact on the Los Angeles Wildfires
As of Thursday morning, more than 137,000 people have evacuated their homes. Unsurprisingly, the politicization of wildfires has already begun, with politicians quickly blaming climate change or other policymakers for mismanaging forests.
Energy
How DOGE Impacts Energy Innovation and Environmental Progress
While DOGE is not an official agency and is constrained in what it can do, countless opportunities exist to limit the federal government’s overreach into the economy and people’s lives.
Infrastructure
Keep Permitting a Priority in 2025
Permitting talks in Congress stalled last weekend as lead negotiators could not agree on a final compromise. Republican control of the presidency and Congress, albeit with slim majorities, provides an opportunity for a fresh look at permitting reform next year. It’ll be a fresh start with a shifted Overton window, but the 119th Congress should continue to prioritize permitting reform with the following principles in mind.
Domestic
The Tariff Man Cometh
Donald Trump has yet to enter the Oval Office for his second term officially, but his threat of tariffs is already raising concerns about the economic harm it could impose. If enacted, Trump’s trade agenda will counter his promises of American energy dominance and lower energy bills for American families and businesses.
Energy
Majority Leader John Thune and the Era of Energy Abundance
In his first public statement as elected Majority Leader, Senator John Thune (R-SD) remarked that one of Congress and the Trump administration’s priorities would be to “restore American…
Energy
It’s the (Energy) Economy, Stupid
Minutes after pundits and political strategists received exit poll data, they began unpacking why voters of all ages, genders, and ethnicities voted for Donald Trump to be the 47th president.
Environment
Previewing a Lame-Duck COP
Many encouraging signs indicate that private sector-driven efforts will meet the world’s energy needs while reducing climate risks.
Energy
What Trump Got Right and Wrong on Nuclear Power in His Interview with Joe Rogan
In a lengthy interview with Joe Rogan, Donald Trump offered mixed reviews on nuclear power.