Climate Solutions Act of 2025

Key Points

• The bill requires 100% of electricity sold in the U.S. to come from renewable sources by 2035, with annual increases starting in 2026. This would be the most ambitious federal renewable energy mandate ever proposed.
• Electric and natural gas utilities must hit cumulative energy savings targets for their customers. By 2032, electricity suppliers need to achieve 11.25% cumulative savings and natural gas suppliers 4.05%. These targets could lower household energy bills over time.
• The EPA must set annual net emissions reduction targets requiring at least a 52% cut below 2005 levels by 2035 and reaching net zero emissions by 2050. This covers all greenhouse gases, not just carbon dioxide.
• Every five years, the National Academies of Sciences would review progress and advise Congress on whether the targets are enough to avoid dangerous climate change. If not, federal agencies would be required to respond with new rules or explain why they chose not to act.
• The bill preserves state authority to set tougher climate and energy rules of their own, and allows utilities to use a market-based trading system to meet efficiency targets. This means states like California can keep their existing programs in place.