21st Century Economy

The Future Economy, Being Built Today in America

The 21st Century demands a bold vision for America’s future: one built on a foundation of resilient infrastructure, a thriving clean energy economy, and a commitment to American innovation. The American Renewal & Energy Infrastructure Act will revitalize our nation’s physical and technological backbone, create millions of good-paying jobs, position the United States as a global leader in clean energy technologies, and finally out-compete China in these markets on the world stage.

Passage of such a bill also means the through the boosted economy, millions of Americans will see their nation be taken care of, roads finally serviced, new bridges, interstates, and railways built, airports improved and flight safety improved. Our national & state parks will be maintained, and our communities kept clean.

Electricity & gas costs continue to rise at an astronomical rate. With renewable energy there is a path to a zero cost energy bill for average residential users.

Policy Pillars

Clean & Green Energy Infrastructure Fund:

• Solar Power: Funding for large-scale solar farms, rooftop solar installations, and solar manufacturing facilities.

• Wind Power: Investment in onshore and offshore wind farms, wind turbine manufacturing, and grid modernization to accommodate intermittent wind energy.

• Hydropower: Upgrades to existing hydropower facilities and exploration of environmentally responsible new hydropower projects.

• Fusion Energy: Significant funding for research, development, and demonstration projects focused on achieving commercially viable fusion energy.

• Energy Storage: Investment in battery storage, pumped hydro storage, and other energy storage technologies to ensure grid stability and reliability.

• Nuclear Energy: Investment in existing nuclear power plant upgrades and safety enhancements, research and development of advanced nuclear reactor designs (e.g., small modular reactors, Generation IV reactors), and exploration of nuclear waste recycling and disposal solutions in communities that want this.

National Infrastructure Modernization Program:

• Roads & Bridges: Repair and replacement of aging roads and bridges, with a focus on incorporating sustainable materials and design principles.

• Public Transportation: Expansion of public transportation systems, including high-speed rail, light rail, and bus rapid transit.

• Water Infrastructure: Upgrades to water treatment plants, pipelines, and stormwater management systems.

• Broadband Access: Expansion of high-speed broadband internet access to underserved communities. Can be covered first under UBA, and might be its own bill.

Workforce Development & Training:

• Apprenticeship Programs: Creation of apprenticeship programs to train workers for jobs in infrastructure and green energy sectors.

• Community College Partnerships: Partnerships between community colleges and industry to develop training programs tailored to local workforce needs.

• Targeted Hiring Initiatives: Initiatives to prioritize hiring from underserved communities and veteran populations.

• Can coordinate with the CCC: See Protecting our Lands & Environment to see how refunding the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) would also allow them to be contracted for certain projects here.

Funding Mechanism:

• Federal Investment: Significant federal investment, funded through a combination of general revenue and targeted taxes (e.g., carbon tax, tax on financial transactions).

• State & Local Matching Funds: Requirement for state and local governments to provide matching funds for eligible projects.

• Private Sector Partnerships: Encouragement of private sector investment through tax incentives and public-private partnerships.

• Responsible Nuclear Integration: Investment in existing nuclear facilities, alongside research into advanced reactor technologies and responsible waste management solutions, to ensure a safe and sustainable nuclear energy future.