In April 2024, 23 Alliance members were collectively awarded nearly $3 billion through this program.
“States across the country, led by governors of both parties, are leveraging this cost-saving program to lower people’s energy bills and unleash new energy generation,” said U.S. Climate Alliance Executive Director Casey Katims. “There’s no excuse for efforts to undermine this vital program and increase costs for Americans.”
Here’s what the Alliance’s members are saying:
Governors across our coalition — including @azgovernor.bsky.social, @colorado.gov, @massgovernor.bsky.social & @govevers.wisconsin.gov — agree: eliminating Solar for All makes energy less affordable for Americans ⬇️
— U.S. Climate Alliance (@usclimate.bsky.social) August 7, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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What Our Members Are Saying
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs
“Last year, the Arizona Governor’s Office of Resiliency successfully applied for and was awarded $156 million to administer Solar for All in Arizona. The Solar for All Arizonans program uses Arizona’s abundant solar resources to increase the amount of distributed solar in Arizona, creating $165 million in bill savings for Arizonans and good-paying jobs around the state. This program is currently in development and will be available for participants in 2026.
“Arizona is a leader in clean energy generation and Solar for All Arizonans will open new pathways for Arizona families unable to tap into the many benefits of our flourishing clean energy economy. Solar for All Arizonans belongs to the people of Arizona, and I refuse to let it be ripped away without a fight.
“Arizona has already been awarded this money, and the people of Arizona are counting on the lower costs, cleaner air, and good-paying jobs Solar for All will deliver. Without this program, eligible Arizonans will lose out on an average of 20% in annual energy bill savings per participating household, $11 million to support workforce development programs, and 61 megawatts of new solar deployment in eligible communities.
“President Trump ran on lowering costs and creating jobs. Gutting Solar for All will do the opposite. I urge the Trump administration to reverse this reckless decision that will make our air dirtier, our energy bills higher, and our economy weaker. I will continue to fight for the clean and affordable energy future Arizonans want and deserve, and will not let the federal government strip the program away from the people of Arizona.”
Read more via the Arizona Governor’s Office of Resiliency.
President Trump ran on lowering costs and creating jobs. Gutting Solar for All will do the exact opposite. It makes our air dirtier, our energy bills higher, and our economy weaker. I will continue to fight for the clean and affordable energy future Arizonans want and deserve. pic.twitter.com/78btYJ7y5d
— Governor Katie Hobbs (@GovernorHobbs) August 7, 2025
Colorado Governor Jared Polis
“Once again the Trump Administration is seeking to rip cost-saving solutions out of the hands of hardworking Coloradans and push us backwards into an over reliance on non-renewable resources. Solar for All reduces electricity costs — particularly for low-income households – but if this misguided federal decision happens, it will do the exact opposite, costing communities across our state. In Colorado, we will continue exploring avenues to fight this illegal termination of congressionally appropriated and duly obligated funds, just as we have successfully done before. Expanding solar access for all Coloradans is an investment into our communities by delivering low cost energy, reducing emissions and expanding jobs across our state.”
Read more via the Office of Colorado Governor Jared Polis.
The Trump Admin is once again trying to rip cost-saving climate solutions from hardworking Coloradans.The EPA plans to terminate Colorado’s $156M Solar for All program—cutting low-cost energy, jobs, and clean air for our communities. www.colorado.gov/governor/new...
— Governor Jared Polis (@colorado.gov) August 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
“At a time when households could benefit from transitioning to solar energy now more than ever, the Trump administration is attempting to terminate a program that would lower energy costs for families and businesses while also delivering clean energy. These funds belong to the taxpayers of Connecticut. This action by EPA is unlawful, and we will be working with other states to counter this action.”
Read more via the Office of Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont.
The Trump administration is attempting to terminate a program that would lower energy costs for families and businesses while also delivering clean energy. This action by EPA is unlawful, and we will be working with other states to counter this action. https://t.co/qPeWS6wxEf
— Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) August 8, 2025
Maine Governor’s Energy Office
“Thousands of Maine people stood to benefit from lower energy bills delivered by the Solar for All program. Terminating this funding doesn’t help Maine people, it only hurts them,” said Dan Burgess, Director of the Governor’s Energy Office. “Canceling the program deprives Maine of access to affordable solar, energy storage, and the skilled electricians, installers, and construction workers needed to meet our energy and economic needs now and in the future. We remain committed to this program and will review all options to preserve it.”
Read more via the Maine Governor’s Energy Office.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey
“Solar is the fastest and cheapest way to bring affordable energy into Massachusetts. Affordability isn’t controversial – that’s why states like Texas and Florida are building so much solar. And that’s why my administration has been working hard to deliver more affordable solar to our residents and businesses through new incentives and programs like Solar for All. This program is poised to lower energy bills for nearly 30,000 Massachusetts households and create thousands of jobs. We want to take an all-of-the-above approach to energy here in Massachusetts to increase supply and meet demand. We strongly urge the Trump Administration to abandon any plans to terminate the Solar for All grants.”
Read more via the Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
“This reckless declaration by the Trump Administration will directly increase household energy costs for our most vulnerable families — and it could not come at a worse moment.
“At a time when Americans are struggling with skyrocketing energy costs, the Solar for All (SFA) program would have helped lower costs for working families up and down the Garden State, in towns represented by both Democrats and Republicans. This program was estimated to help thousands of our state’s low-income households save $400 every year.
“Instead, the Trump Administration has now chosen to say it is pulling support for a commonsense program that would have delivered cleaner energy and lower costs.
“Americans deserve better, and the Trump Administration must reconsider this about-face. I am committed to supporting the continued expansion of solar energy, which powers 750,000 homes across New Jersey and has the potential to create thousands of more good-paying jobs and make energy more affordable for many years to come.”
Read more via the Office of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee
“The Solar for All program was created to lower long-term energy costs for Rhode Islanders, support good-paying jobs in the solar industry, and expand our state’s energy portfolio—efforts that are good for our state’s economy and our environment.
“Now, the Trump Administration is once again trying to undermine programs that support Rhode Island families by terminating a legally awarded and obligated $49.3 million federal grant.
“We’re working closely with our partner states and will pursue every appropriate channel to protect these funds—and the clean, affordable energy progress they support—for all Rhode Island families and workers.”
Read more via the Office of Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee.
The Trump Administration is attempting to terminate a program that delivered $49M to RI to lower energy costs for families, support good-paying jobs, and expand our state’s energy portfolio—efforts that are good for our economy and our environment.https://t.co/DL5xrB0uan
— Governor Dan McKee (@GovDanMcKee) August 8, 2025
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson
“The Trump Administration’s plan to claw back Solar for All funding is another disastrous step in the wrong direction. This program makes important investments in clean energy, including creating hundreds of clean energy jobs, and would reduce electricity bills for low-income families across Washington. Now the Trump Administration wants to use that money to help fund tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans. We’re reviewing our options to protect this funding.”
Read more via @GovBobFerguson on Twitter.
The Trump Administration’s plan to claw back Solar for All funding is another disastrous step in the wrong direction.
— Governor Bob Ferguson (@GovBobFerguson) August 8, 2025
This program makes important investments in clean energy, including creating hundreds of clean energy jobs, and would reduce electricity bills for low-income…
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers
“At a time when energy demand continues to increase, it is unfathomable for the Trump Administration to unnecessarily —and potentially illegally — terminate funding for a program designed to deploy affordable, renewable energy systems.”
Read more via the Office of Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers.
NEW: I'm urging the Trump Administration not to terminate the Solar for All Grant Program that will help lower energy costs, boost energy resilience, and create jobs in our state. As energy demand continues to grow, ending this program is unfathomable. My letter below ⬇️
— Governor Tony Evers (@govevers.wisconsin.gov) August 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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