Welcome to Atlas Live: a video podcast that brings together industry and policy leaders for lively discussions on the future of clean technology, transportation, the built environment, manufacturing, climate change, and more – all streamed live and freely accessible to the public policy community.
Home Energy Rebates in an Evolving Policy Landscape
The Home Energy Rebates programs help homeowners pay for energy-saving improvements including heat pumps, air sealing, and insulation with point-of-sale discounts. Initially introduced in 2022, the programs received new federal guidance in 2026 which narrowed eligibility, among other changes. In this episode of Atlas Live, Stephen Naimoli sits down with Kristofor Anderson of the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority and Julie Kempf of the Indiana Office of Energy Development to break down the latest developments. They’ll explore topics such as how these programs are designed to help households, and how the revised guidance will shape both existing and new programs.
18 Sept 2026
Linking Fuel Economy and Auto Loans
Auto loans are a major recurring cost for households, but the interest rates lenders charge rarely account for a vehicle's fuel economy. A new Atlas Public Policy analysis, conducted with support from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), examined nearly 380,000 auto loans and found efficient and electric vehicle (EV) borrowers were up to 50% less likely to fall behind on payments, even though EV borrowers still paid more in financing costs. In this episode, Atlas’s Nick Nigro sits down with Annabelle Davis of NRDC and Jose Orozco Pelico of USC Credit Union to discuss what this data means for how lenders price risk, how credit unions are exploring non-traditional underwriting, and how aligning rates with actual risk could avoid penalizing EV drivers and support the broader shift to cleaner vehicles.
28 Aug 2026
What to Watch For at Climate Week NYC 2026
In this episode of Atlas Live, Nick Nigro welcomes back Angela Barranco, Executive Director for North America at Climate Group, for a preview of Climate Week NYC 2026. This event returns at a critical moment for climate and energy policy, with affordability concerns, political shifts, and a busy election cycle shaping the national conversation. We'll hear from Angela about how the events will bring together policymakers, advocates, businesses, and other leaders to advance the next phase of climate action.
3 Aug 2026
Energy Bills Are Increasing and States Are Responding
Energy bills are rising across the country, putting new pressure on households, utilities, and state policymakers. In this episode of Atlas Live, Nick Nigro sits down with Dr. Zenon Christodoulou, Commissioner at the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities and Josephus Allmond, Chief Energy Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia. We’ll discuss what’s driving higher electricity costs and how state leaders are responding. We’ll also explore what tools states have to improve affordability while maintaining reliable service, achieving sustainability goals, and continuing to invest in the grid.
20 Jul 2026
States Debate Energy Bill Savings Now or Later
Across the country, state energy efficiency programs are facing new scrutiny as policymakers look for ways to address rising energy bills. But will cutting or pausing these programs actually make energy more affordable, and who benefits when program budgets are reduced? In this episode of Atlas Live, Atlas’s Stephen Naimoli sits down with Mark Kresowik of ACEEE and Bryan Howard of Montgomery County, Maryland, to discuss the politics and impacts of energy efficiency program cuts, what these changes mean for households and utilities, and what other options states have to improve affordability while continuing to support long-term efficiency and resilience.
8 Jul 2026
State DOTs and the Future of EV Charging
Over the past five years, state DOTs have moved from playing little role in EV charging deployment to leading multimillion-dollar investments in a national network of high-speed chargers through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. What comes next after NEVI? In this episode, Atlas’s Rachael Nealer and Tina Hodges talk with Josh Rodriguez of AASHTO about their project examining how state and local transportation agencies are deploying EV charging infrastructure today—and recommendations to guide future efforts.
30 Jun 2026
China’s Clean Tech Advantage and What Comes Next
Our research (https://atlaspolicy.com/the-race-for-clean-energy-leadership/) shows China is leading the way on clean manufacturing investment—how is this shaping broader competition between the U.S. and China? Atlas Live is coming at you with the second episode in a series on global clean energy supply chains. In this episode, Atlas’s Nick Nigro sits down with Avery Ash of SAFE and Kate Logan of Asia Society to dive into how China has gotten to this point, what it will take for the United States to compete, and how policymakers can balance deployment, affordability, and supply change resilience as clean technologies become central to broader economic and geopolitical competition.
27 May 2026
The Race for Clean Energy Leadership
In this episode, Atlas’s Nick Nigro sits down with Jasper Jung of GM and Jeff Werner of Panasonic to explore what the global race for clean energy leadership means for U.S. industry and competitiveness today. Drawing on Atlas Public Policy’s new report, we’ll dive into the details of the nearly $1.1 trillion in announced global clean energy manufacturing investments from 2019 to 2025. Batteries play a central role, and gap between China’s manufacturing dominance and the rest of the world is widening. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion about the opportunities and risks facing companies investing in domestic supply chains, advanced manufacturing, and the next phase of the clean energy economy.
18 May 2026
The Oil Shock and EV Affordability
In this episode, Atlas’s Nick Nigro will sit down with Monica Lee, Clean Transportation Campaign Director, and Britta Gross from EPRI to unpack how the recent shock to the oil market is causing consumers to give EVs another look. Since the start of the U.S.–Israel war with Iran in February, global oil prices have surged more than 50%, driving U.S. gasoline prices above $4 per gallon. How do prolonged high oil prices impact EV affordability and discussions at home, in fleets, and in legislatures? Tune in to hear a grounded discussion of near‑term solutions and the practical steps that can make EVs a more accessible option during this tumultuous period.
5 May 2026
Powering the AI Era: Energy, Innovation, and Affordability
On this episode of Atlas Live, Nick Nigro will talk with two leading journalists—Evan Halper of the Washington Post and Jennifer Hiller of the Wall Street Journal—on all things energy and AI. They’ll explore public discourse on data centers, real and perceived impacts on energy affordability, and what impact we might see on upcoming elections.
22 Apr 2026
States Taking the Lead on Clean Trucks
On this episode of Atlas Live, Rachael Nealer will sit down with Alissa Burger from CALSTART and Morgan Ellis from the Maryland Department of Transportation to discuss state incentives and investments in electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Electric trucks have been gaining momentum with annual sales and the number of available models growing in a few short years. Still, they remain a small fraction of the market and face some big, near-term barriers to breaking through. Join us as we talk about the states taking a fresh approach to this challenge in support of vehicle adoption and charging buildout around the country.
9 Apr 2026
Maintaining Solar Developer Momentum in 2026 and Beyond
Solar has been and is expected to continue to make up the largest portion of new power capacity in the United States. On this episode of Atlas Live, Nick Nigro will be joined by Kiran Bhatraju of Arcadia and Zach Axelrod of Redball Energy to dive into the biggest challenges for commercial solar developers and their customers in 2026 and how they are adapting to policy and market changes. Join us as we discuss how commercial and community-scale solar can expand clean energy access, its impact on energy affordability, the state of project economics and financing, and much more.
18 Mar 2026
Overcoming Headwinds to Scaling Rooftop Solar
On this episode, Stephen Naimoli sits down with Emily Walker from EnergySage and Robin Dutta from the Chesapeake Solar and Storage Association (CHESSA) to discuss the environment for residential solar financing and leasing in 2026. We discuss challenges and opportunities with various financing models to expand residential solar access as well as the impacts of recent federal policy changes.
23 Feb 2026
2026 Outlook for the Clean Economy
On this inaugural episode of Atlas Live, Nick Nigro will sit down with John Hensley from the American Clean Power Association and Ben King from Rhodium Group. Together, we will dig into the state of U.S. clean investment and deployment in 2026. What big developments are coming down the pike? Where is money flowing and why?
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