Gabe Evans: …And Remained Silent As The Trump Administration Terminated $8 Billion For Clean Energy Projects, Including $33 Million In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District

October 1, 2025: The Trump Administration Terminated $8 Billion In Department Of Energy Grants For Clean Energy Projects Across The United States

October 1, 2025: The Trump Administration Terminated $8 Billion In Department Of Energy Grants For Energy Projects Across The United States. “On October 1, 2025, OMB Director Russ Vought announced that the Department of Energy would terminate $8 billion of energy projects, targeting 16 Democratic states. Later that night, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced the termination of 321 awards. The termination of these critical energy projects will increase energy prices, eliminate jobs, and make the energy grid less reliable. Vought canceled these projects despite the fact that DOE currently remains open and fully operational using unexpired financial resources. The terminated projects were previously appropriated and competitively selected. These awards are relevant to 136 Members of Congress, including 108 Democrats and 28 Republicans… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) UNITED POWER, INC. $6,124,821… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) TRI-STATE GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION ASSOCIATION, INC. $27,000,000.” [Appropriations Committee-Democrats, October 2025]

• Appropriations Committee-Democrats: The Cancellation Of The Grants Would “Increase Energy Prices, Eliminate Jobs, And Make The Energy Grid Less Reliable.” “On October 1, 2025, OMB Director Russ Vought announced that the Department of Energy would terminate $8 billion of energy projects, targeting 16 Democratic states. Later that night, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced the termination of 321 awards. The termination of these critical energy projects will increase energy prices, eliminate jobs, and make the energy grid less reliable. Vought canceled these projects despite the fact that DOE currently remains open and fully operational using unexpired financial resources. The terminated projects were previously appropriated and competitively selected. These awards are relevant to 136 Members of Congress, including 108 Democrats and 28 Republicans… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) UNITED POWER, INC. $6,124,821… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) TRI-STATE GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION ASSOCIATION, INC. $27,000,000.” [Appropriations Committee-Democrats, October 2025]

The Cuts Cancelled Funding For Two Projects In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, Totaling Over $33 Million

The Trump Administration Cancelled $33 Million In Funding For Energy Projects In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. “All told, the White House funding cancellations this month have hit projects in 28 Republican House districts, including those of six so-called front-liners, the most politically vulnerable lawmakers facing re-election next year: Representatives Juan Ciscomani of Arizona, Gabe Evans of Colorado and Mike Lawler of New York; and Ken Calvert, David Valadao and Young Kim, all of California. A total of 108 Democratic districts were hit by cancellations, according to data released by House Democrats on the Appropriations Committee…Mr. Evans, one of the most politically endangered Republicans, in September toured United Power’s Mountain Peak natural gas peaking plant in his district and touted on social media how the ‘investment will help provide more reliable, safe, and affordable energy’ for his constituents. Federal funding for that project — roughly $6 million — was axed last week. A grant for a second project in his district, worth $27 million, was also canceled.” [New York Times, 10/6/25]

The Trump Administration Terminated A $27,000,000 Federal Grant For Tri-State Generation And Transmission Association In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District

The Trump Admin Terminated A $27,000,000 Federal Grant For Tri-State Generation And Transmission Association In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. “On October 1, 2025, OMB Director Russ Vought announced that the Department of Energy would terminate $8 billion of energy projects, targeting 16 Democratic states. Later that night, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced the termination of 321 awards. The termination of these critical energy projects will increase energy prices, eliminate jobs, and make the energy grid less reliable. Vought canceled these projects despite the fact that DOE currently remains open and fully operational using unexpired financial resources. The terminated projects were previously appropriated and competitively selected. These awards are relevant to 136 Members of Congress, including 108 Democrats and 28 Republicans… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) UNITED POWER, INC. $6,124,821… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) TRI-STATE GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION ASSOCIATION, INC. $27,000,000.” [Appropriations Committee-Democrats, October 2025]

The Trump Administration Terminated A $6,124,821 Federal Grant For United Power In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District

The Trump Administration Terminated A $6,124,821 Federal Grant For United Power In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. “On October 1, 2025, OMB Director Russ Vought announced that the Department of Energy would terminate $8 billion of energy projects, targeting 16 Democratic states. Later that night, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced the termination of 321 awards. The termination of these critical energy projects will increase energy prices, eliminate jobs, and make the energy grid less reliable. Vought canceled these projects despite the fact that DOE currently remains open and fully operational using unexpired financial resources. The terminated projects were previously appropriated and competitively selected. These awards are relevant to 136 Members of Congress, including 108 Democrats and 28 Republicans… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) UNITED POWER, INC. $6,124,821… Evans, Gabe (R-CO08) TRI-STATE GENERATION AND TRANSMISSION ASSOCIATION, INC. $27,000,000.” [Appropriations Committee-Democrats, October 2025]

The Cancelled Clean Energy Grants Supported The Type Of Projects Evans’ Claimed The United States Needed To Invest In An “All-The-Above” Energy Approach

Evans Said He Supported An “All-The-Above” Energy Strategy That Included Wind And Solar

Evans Op-Ed: Colorado Needed “To Solidify An All-Of-The-Above Approach” That Included Wind And Solar “To Grow Our Economy And Safeguard National Energy Security.” “Simply put, Colorado needs to solidify an all-of-the-above approach — one that includes oil and gas, renewables like wind and solar, and now nuclear — to grow our economy and safeguard national energy security. Our Colorado community is proving how a reliable, affordable and secure energy strategy creates prosperity. Recent private sector investments in clean energy and advanced technology manufacturing have reached about $1.1 billion, creating roughly 2,000 jobs in Colorado’s 8th congressional district, spanning sections of Adams, Larimer and Weld counties. Companies like Vestas, which makes wind turbines in Brighton, have invested over $1 billion in Colorado, supporting about 1,000 local jobs.” [Colorado Sun, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 5/13/25]

Evans Said The United States Needed To Invest In Wind And Solar Projects “For A More Resilient, Secure America” And Infrastructure Such As Modernized Grids To Support “Affordable, Reliable, And Secure Energy”

Evans Op-Ed: Solar And Wind Were Examples Of “Innovative” Energy “Technologies” That Were “Helping To Lower Emissions, Drive Down Costs, And Expand America’s Energy Options.” “Colorado’s 8th District is an incredible example of what an ‘all-of-the-above’ energy approach can look like. From wind and solar to oil and natural gas, our district proves that every form of energy production has an important role to play in strengthening our economy while protecting our environment. While traditional energy sources have powered our nation for generations, clean energy has quickly risen as a reliable and innovative partner in the mix. Whether it’s solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal or biomass, these technologies are helping to lower emissions, drive down costs, and expand America’s energy options all while making the cleanest and most environmentally and socially responsible power anywhere on the planet.” [Washington Times, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 9/29/25]

Evans Op-Ed: “Energy Security Is National Security And Now, More Than Ever, We Need To Invest In Both Traditional Energy Sources And Innovative Energy Technologies For A More Resilient, Secure America.” “These credits have helped fuel Colorado’s economy, creating new jobs, supporting small businesses and large companies alike, and attracting billions of dollars in private sector investment. They give families and businesses more choices, whether that be lowering their power bills or upgrading to better energy systems. Most importantly, they strengthen our nation’s energy independence by ensuring we are not reliant on foreign adversaries like China, Russia, or Iran to meet our needs. Energy security is national security and now, more than ever, we need to invest in both traditional energy sources and innovative energy technologies for a more resilient, secure America.” [Washington Times, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 9/29/25]

Evans Op-Ed: The United States Needed Infrastructure Such As Modernized Grids To Support “Affordable, Reliable, And Secure Energy.” “We must have the infrastructure to support the next generation of energy technologies like geothermal and advanced storage. Transmission lines, pipelines, and modernized grids are all part of the equation. If we want affordable, reliable, and secure energy, we need the ability to move it where it is needed most.” [Washington Times, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 9/29/25]

Tri-State’s $27 Million Cancelled Grant Was To Help Improve Electric Grid Efficiency, Capacity, And Reliability While Integrating Renewable Resources And Managing Energy Load

Tri-State’s $27 Million DOE Grant “Was To Help Optimize The Rural Electricity Grid And Improve The Electric Grid’s Efficiency, Capacity, Flexibility And Reliability While Integrating Renewable Resources And Managing Energy Load.” “The Department of Energy announced on Wednesday that it was cancelling more than $7.5 billion in funding for clean-energy projects across the country, including in Colorado. The funds supported 223 projects, including hubs for hydrogen fuel, projects to cap methane emissions from wells, and upgrades to electrical grids. Many of the awards came from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law or the Inflation Reduction Act, two Biden-era climate laws that funded billions of dollars in climate projects and research…The terminated grant list also included a nearly $27 million award to Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, a rural power provider based in Westminster. That grant was to help optimize the rural electricity grid.” [CPR News, 10/2/25]

Union Power’s $6 Million DOE Grant Supported Installing Solar Panels To Provide Backup Power For An Aging Generator At Fort Lupton’s Sewage Treatment Plant

Union Power’s $6 Million DOE Grant Was To Install Floating Solar Panels To Provide Backup Power For The Aging Generator At Fort Lupton’s Sewage Treatment Plant And Address Algae Blooms In A Reservoir That Feeds The Plant, Improving Water Quality. “Trista Fugate, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for United Power, which lost a $6 million award, would not comment on how the canceled grant will impact employment. The United Power project aimed to use floating solar panels to provide backup power for the aging generator at Fort Lupton’s sewage treatment plant and, also, to address algae blooms in a reservoir that feeds the plant, improving water quality, lowering the city’s monthly power costs by 9%, and providing a model for rural communities nationwide. The funding was part of the DOE’s Energy Improvements in Rural and Remote Areas program, included in the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.” [Colorado Newsline, 10/27/25]

Evans Stayed Silent On The $33 Million In Lost Funding For His District

Colorado Newsline: Evans “[Stayed] Silent” And Did Not Respond To Requests For Comment From Politico Or From The Colorado Times Recorder Regarding The Trump Administration’s Cancellation Of Two Energy Projects In His District. “ Rep. Gabe Evans (R-CO) is staying silent on the Trump Administration’s decision to cancel two Department of Energy (DOE) projects, totaling over $33 million, in his district. According to a list of award terminations published by the Democrats on the House Appropriations Committee, two grants in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District (CD8) have been canceled: one with the Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association and another with United Power. The Trump administration announced the cancellations on Oct. 1. Evans’ office did not respond to requests for comment from Politico in early October or from the Colorado Times Recorder during the past week, leaving questions unanswered on whether the House member is working to reverse the cuts or if he agrees with them.” [Colorado Newsline, 10/27/25]

Headline: “Evans Remains Silent on Trump’s Cancellation of Two Energy Projects in His District.” [Colorado Newsline, 10/27/25]