Bill Overview
Title: Regional Clean Energy Innovation Act of 2022
Description: This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish the Regional Clean Energy Innovation Program to enhance the country's economic, environmental, and energy security and accelerate the pace of innovation of diverse clean energy technologies through clean energy innovation partnerships.
Sponsors: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Target Audience
Population: Global Population
Estimated Size: 331000000
- The bill aims to establish a program focused on clean energy innovation.
- The program will likely involve multiple stakeholders, including researchers, energy companies, and regional partnerships.
- The impact of this legislation will ripple through sectors involved in clean energy development and those affected by energy policies.
- Industries related to renewable energy technologies, such as solar, wind, energy storage, and others, will be significantly impacted by increased funding and innovation initiatives.
- Communities where regional partnerships are established will see direct and indirect economic and employment impacts.
- The legislation's focus on energy security and environmental goals suggests a broad societal benefit, potentially influencing both current and future generations in terms of economic and environmental quality.
Reasoning
- The policy primarily targets regions with potential for clean energy innovation, thus impacting areas differently depending on their industrial and technological base.
- There will likely be a larger effect in communities hosting innovation partnerships where job creation and local economic boost can be expected.
- Individuals working in energy, especially clean energy sectors, may see a direct impact on their career prospects and job satisfaction.
- Some people may be unaffected by the policy, representing the general population not directly tied to energy development initiatives.
- Long-term environmental benefits will be harder to measure immediately but form a significant part of the policy's intended impact.
Simulated Interviews
Renewable Energy Consultant (Austin, TX)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm excited about this policy; finally, we're seeing some serious investment in clean energy.
- More innovation partnerships can lead to better job opportunities for people in the industry like me.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Engineer in Fossil Fuels Industry (Raleigh, NC)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I worry about my job as the transition to clean energy might affect our industry negatively.
- I hope there will be retraining opportunities included in this policy for workers like us.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 2 |
Junior Research Scientist (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 25 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This program might open doors for early-career professionals like me in research roles.
- I hope to see more collaboration between academic institutions and industry.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Small Business Owner (Chicago, IL)
Age: 46 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Any initiative boosting clean energy can benefit business related to sustainability.
- I'm hoping for improved technologies that might reduce operational costs eventually.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Industrial Plant Worker (Detroit, MI)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Policies like these cause uncertainty in our jobs, I'm concerned about what's coming.
- Hoping this creates new opportunities in the manufacturing sector by transitioning roles.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 2 |
Software Developer (Denver, CO)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm optimistic about this policy; the funding could enhance projects we are already part of.
- I think this could trigger impressive technological evolution.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Environmental Science Professor (Miami, FL)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe this policy is a step in the right direction for combating climate change.
- Looking forward to seeing the practical outcomes of increased innovation funding.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Government Policy Analyst (Seattle, WA)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This program could lead to significant advancements in local clean energy strategies.
- It's crucial how effectively the program is implemented and how cities are selected.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Oil and Gas Consultant (Houston, TX)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm skeptical about how this policy impacts the overall energy market.
- There might be opportunities for adaptation, but this is a tough industry to change.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 4 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 3 | 4 |
Tech Entrepreneur (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is an exciting time for startups in the clean energy sector.
- The policy can lead to increased funding and the potential for scaling innovative ideas.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 10 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $750000000 (Low: $600000000, High: $900000000)
Year 2: $750000000 (Low: $600000000, High: $900000000)
Year 3: $750000000 (Low: $600000000, High: $900000000)
Year 5: $750000000 (Low: $600000000, High: $900000000)
Year 10: $750000000 (Low: $600000000, High: $900000000)
Year 100: $750000000 (Low: $600000000, High: $900000000)
Key Considerations
- The program's success is contingent on effective administrative setup and management.
- Coordination among stakeholders is crucial for leveraging regional strengths and ensuring effective resource allocation.
- Economic impacts will vary regionally based on the existing clean energy infrastructure and local workforce readiness.
- Innovations generated from the program could have global export potential, hence influencing international clean energy markets.