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States Advance Climate and Energy Policy Amid Federal Retreat
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Fusion42 · 17 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The second Trump Administration has sharply rolled back federal climate and clean energy policies through deregulation, funding cuts, and opposition to state-level climate initiatives. In response, many states have intensified their own climate and clean energy regulations, while others have passed laws protecting fossil fuel producers and limiting emissions goals.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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You need to choose your geographic market carefully as state policies diverge sharply from federal rollback. If you supply clean energy tech or services, pivot to states with active climate support where customer demand and subsidies remain strong.
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