Federal Policy
Vote Solar is bringing our clean energy expertise to Washington. Building on what works for states, we’re advocating for a federal framework to deliver an energy system that is clean, local and equitable.
Vote Solar is working across the U.S. for a just transition to 100% clean energy for all.
With expert staff across the country, we work tirelessly to advocate for the programs and policies needed to repower our grid with sunshine. Here’s the latest from our impact nationwide.
What's New
Vote Solar Awards Advocate, Chief Henry Red Cloud, with the 2025 Dr. Espanola Jackson Energy Justice Award
Vote Solar Awards Advocate, Chief Henry Red Cloud, with the 2025 Dr. Espanola Jackson Energy Justice Award FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 14, 2026 San Francisco, CA – Vote Solar is proud to ann➤
News NationalChief Henry Red Cloud Named 2025 Dr. Espanola Jackson Energy Justice Award Recipient
Vote Solar is proud to announce Chief Henry Red Cloud, Executive Director of Red Cloud Renewable, as the recipient of the 2025 Dr. Espanola Jackson Energy Justice Award. The Dr. Espanola Jackson Energ➤
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Solar in Your State
Explore solar progress in Vote Solar's key states, or get updates from our work across the nation.
Low-Income Solar Policy Guide
Explore best practices in solar policies and programs that increase adoption of solar in low-income communities. GRID Alternatives and Vote Solar are current contributing partners to the Guide, a tool for policymakers, community leaders and others who are working on solar access at the federal, state and local level.
Give the Gift of Solar
Together, we can reach 100% clean energy for all. We need you in this fight to reach more states and help more communities save with solar across the U.S. Your generous contribution will power our work forward.