A Clean Energy Developer Spots New Opportunities In The US

The article highlights the ongoing challenges and opportunities in the U.S. clean energy sector amid significant investment setbacks. Over the past six months, $22 billion in major clean energy investments have been canceled or delayed, with Republican-held congressional districts disproportionately affected. Despite these setbacks, new investments continue, including a notable $1.8 billion green hydrogen facility announced in June. The political and policy environment remains turbulent, with shifting federal support and local opposition complicating development, especially in rural areas where clean energy projects often face resistance despite their potential financial benefits. Amid this landscape, Treaty Oak Clean Energy, a Texas-based independent power producer, is positioned to advance its substantial 17.3 gigawatt pipeline of solar, wind, and battery storage projects. Treaty Oak focuses on rural markets, where clean energy development has become increasingly difficult due to new restrictions and budget pressures on counties following recent federal tax law changes. However, the company sees opportunity as counties seek new tax revenues and farmers and ranchers look to lease