Despite His Votes And Actions, Gabe Evans Has Attempted To Fashion Himself As A Clean Energy Champion And Acknowledged The Importance Of The Industry As A “Reliable And Innovative Partner” In His District

Evans Repeatedly Acknowledged The Economic Impact And Importance Of The Clean Energy Industry In His District

November 2025: Evans Said One In Two Wind Generators In The United States Were Made In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District

Evans Said “One In Two Wind Generators In The Country Is Also Made In My District.” “Yeah. So. So, so happy to be here with that. You know, I've been in Congress for 11 months now. Scott's quickly become a really good friend in this space. So, so happy to be here with him. You know, I think my district is a perfect example of why we have to have that legislative stability. I represent Colorado 8th. That's a Denver suburbs about halfway up to Wyoming, 80% of the oil, 50% of the natural gas in Colorado comes out of my area. But one in two wind generators in the country is also made in my district. And I have some of the largest solar projects in the country in my district, between my largest wind employer and my largest solar employer. I have 1700 jobs and about $150 million in supply chain just inside the district. And so I watched the whiplash go back and forth. Now, four years ago, when oil and gas was on the chopping block, all of my oil and gas folks were really nervous. And now a lot of my wind and solar guys are experiencing some of that anxiety. Well, they're all in my district. I need all of those jobs.” [Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, 00:01:57, 11/21/25] (VIDEO)

Evans Said Colorado’s 8th Congressional District Was Home To “Some Of The Largest Solar Projects In The Country”

Evans Said “I Have Some Of The Largest Solar Projects In The Country In My District, Between My Largest Wind Employer And My Largest Solar Employer.” “Yeah. So. So, so happy to be here with that. You know, I've been in Congress for 11 months now. Scott's quickly become a really good friend in this space. So, so happy to be here with him. You know, I think my district is a perfect example of why we have to have that legislative stability. I represent Colorado 8th. That's a Denver suburbs about halfway up to Wyoming, 80% of the oil, 50% of the natural gas in Colorado comes out of my area. But one in two wind generators in the country is also made in my district. And I have some of the largest solar projects in the country in my district, between my largest wind employer and my largest solar employer. I have 1700 jobs and about $150 million in supply chain just inside the district. And so I watched the whiplash go back and forth. Now, four years ago, when oil and gas was on the chopping block, all of my oil and gas folks were really nervous. And now a lot of my wind and solar guys are experiencing some of that anxiety. Well, they're all in my district. I need all of those jobs.” [Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, 00:01:57, 11/21/25] (VIDEO)

Evans Said The Wind And Solar Industries In Colorado’s 8th Congressional District Were Experiencing “Anxiety” Due To Policy “Whiplash”

Evans: “When Oil And Gas Was On The Chopping Block, All Of My Oil And Gas Folks Were Really Nervous. And Now A Lot Of My Wind And Solar Guys Are Experiencing Some Of That Anxiety.” “Yeah. So. So, so happy to be here with that. You know, I've been in Congress for 11 months now. Scott's quickly become a really good friend in this space. So, so happy to be here with him. You know, I think my district is a perfect example of why we have to have that legislative stability. I represent Colorado 8th. That's a Denver suburbs about halfway up to Wyoming, 80% of the oil, 50% of the natural gas in Colorado comes out of my area. But one in two wind generators in the country is also made in my district. And I have some of the largest solar projects in the country in my district, between my largest wind employer and my largest solar employer. I have 1700 jobs and about $150 million in supply chain just inside the district. And so I watched the whiplash go back and forth. Now, four years ago, when oil and gas was on the chopping block, all of my oil and gas folks were really nervous. And now a lot of my wind and solar guys are experiencing some of that anxiety. Well, they're all in my district. I need all of those jobs.” [Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, 00:01:57, 11/21/25] (VIDEO)

September 2025: Evans Said Clean Energy Tax Credits “Helped Fuel Colorado’s Economy, Creating New Jobs, Supporting Small Businesses And Large Companies Alike, And Attracting Billions Of Dollars In Private Sector Investment”

Evans’ Op-Ed: Clean Energy Tax Credits “Helped Fuel Colorado’s Economy, Creating New Jobs, Supporting Small Businesses And Large Companies Alike, And Attracting Billions Of Dollars In Private Sector Investment.” “But here’s the reality: innovation alone isn’t enough to meet our nation’s growing energy demand. For these resources to truly meet their potential, we must make them more accessible for American families and businesses to drive down costs and get more electrons on the grid. Clean energy tax credits are a critical component of this national strategy. 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 Said “Clean Energy Has Quickly Risen As A Reliable And Innovative Partner” In Energy Production

Evans’ Op-Ed: “Clean Energy Has Quickly Risen As A Reliable And Innovative Partner” In Energy Production. “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]

Headline: “To Meet America’s Energy Demand, Innovation Alone Isn’t Enough.” [Washington Times, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 9/29/25]

May 2025: Evans Said, “Unleashing American Energy Dominance Means Unleashing All Forms Of Energy In A Safe, Affordable And Reliable Way” And That Colorado Needed “To Solidify An All-Of-The-Above Approach,” Which Included Wind And Solar

Evans Op-Ed: “Unleashing American Energy Dominance Means Unleashing All Forms Of Energy In A Safe, Affordable And Reliable Way.” “To keep this momentum going, we must get the policy piece right and provide certainty for the energy companies investing in our state. Unleashing American energy dominance means unleashing all forms of energy in a safe, affordable and reliable way. We must continue to invest in Colorado’s energy future with forward-looking policies that encourage all forms of American energy. To that end, Congressman Evans is introducing the State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act, which would create a federal standard that state regulatory entities must consider when making policy focusing on energy reliability, encouraging affordability for ratepayers.” [Colorado Sun, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 5/13/25]

Evans Op-Ed: , Colorado Needed To Solidify “An All-Of-The-Above Approach,” Which Oil And Gas, Renewables Like Wind, Solar, And Nuclear. “This isn’t just local pride; it’s a national imperative. Even as Colorado innovators are firing on all cylinders, a debate in Washington, D.C., is brewing over the future of American energy. Some want to pick winners and losers, but those of us who have seen Colorado’s success story up close know that would be a grave mistake. 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.” [Colorado Sun, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 5/13/25]

HEADLINE: “Opinion: Colorado Needs A Committed All-Of-The-Above Approach To Energy. The Pieces Are In Place To Be A Model Nationally.” [Colorado Sun, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 5/13/25]

Evans Repeatedly Proclaimed His Support For Clean Energy Tax Credits During One Big Beautiful Bill Negotiations, Warning Cuts Would “Jeopardize” Investments And Increase Costs For Consumers

March 2025: Evans Signed A Republican-Led Letter To The House Ways And Means Committee Opposing Cuts To Clean Energy Tax Credits

March 9, 2025: Rep. Evans Signed A Letter To The House Ways And Means Committee Publicly Opposing Repeals To Clean Energy Tax Credits. “As Members of the House Republican Conference, we write to emphasize the importance of prioritizing energy affordability for American families and keeping on our current path to energy dominance amid efforts to repeal or reform current energy tax credits. […] Sincerely […] Gabe Evans” [Letter to House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith, 3/9/25]

Evans Warned Timelines For Domestic Energy Production And Infrastructure Could Be “Jeopardized” By Cuts To Clean Energy Tax Credits

Evans Warned Timelines For Domestic Energy Production And Infrastructure Could Be “Jeopardized” By Cuts To Clean Energy Tax Credits “Countless American companies are utilizing sector-wide energy tax credits – many of which have enjoyed broad support in Congress – to make major investments in domestic energy production and infrastructure for traditional and renewable energy sources alike. Both our constituencies and the energy industry alike remain concerned about disruptive changes to our nation’s energy tax structure. Many credits were enacted over the course of a ten-year period, which allowed energy developers to plan with these tax incentives in mind. These timelines have been relied upon when it comes to capital allocation, planning, and project commitments, all of which would be jeopardized by premature credit phase outs or additional restrictive mechanisms such as limiting transferability.” [Letter to House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith, 3/9/25]

Evans Said Both His Constituents And The Energy Industry Were “Concerned” About Changes To The “Nation’s Energy Tax Structure”

Evans Said Both His Constituents And The Energy Industry Were “Concerned” About Changes To The “Nation’s Energy Tax Structure.” “Countless American companies are utilizing sector-wide energy tax credits – many of which have enjoyed broad support in Congress – to make major investments in domestic energy production and infrastructure for traditional and renewable energy sources alike. Both our constituencies and the energy industry alike remain concerned about disruptive changes to our nation’s energy tax structure. Many credits were enacted over the course of a ten-year period, which allowed energy developers to plan with these tax incentives in mind. These timelines have been relied upon when it comes to capital allocation, planning, and project commitments, all of which would be jeopardized by premature credit phase outs or additional restrictive mechanisms such as limiting transferability.” [Letter to House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith, 3/9/25]

May 2025: Evans Said Clean Energy Tax Credits “Encourage Critical Clean Energy Technologies, Create Good-Paying Jobs And Enhance U.S. Energy Security”

Evans Op-Ed: Expanding Clean Energy Tax Credits Would “Encourage Critical Clean Energy Technologies, Create Good-Paying Jobs And Enhance U.S. Energy Security — All Things That Will Help Coloradans.” “Colorado is already home to several innovative battery manufacturers that are leading the way in onshoring supply chains. For example, as a strong supporter of American-made products representing these manufacturers, I am proud to help introduce this legislation, the Critical Minerals and Manufacturing Support Act, to expand the 45X tax credit — which subsidizes the production of five types of goods: solar energy components, wind energy components, battery components, inverters and critical minerals — and improve incentives for battery manufacturing domestic supply chains. In doing so, we will encourage critical clean energy technologies, create good-paying jobs and enhance U.S. energy security — all things that will help Coloradans.” [Colorado Sun, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 5/13/25]

HEADLINE: “Opinion: Colorado Needs A Committed All-Of-The-Above Approach To Energy. The Pieces Are In Place To Be A Model Nationally.” [Colorado Sun, Gabe Evans Op-Ed, 5/13/25]

May 2025: Evans Warned That Cutting The Clean Energy Tax Credits In The One Big Beautiful Bill Would Lead To Higher Energy Bills For Consumers

May 2025: Evans And Other Republican Representatives Warned That Cutting Clean Energy Tax Credits In The Reconciliation Bill Would Lead To Higher Energy Bills For Consumers. “Today, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and 13 of her Republican colleagues issued a joint statement in response to the House Ways and Means Committee’s portion of the reconciliation markup text concerning clean energy tax credits. This joint statement includes Representatives Andrew Garbarino (NY-02), Mark Amodei (NV-02), Don Bacon (NE-02), Rob Bresnahan (PA-08), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Gabe Evans (CO-08), Jeff Hurd (CO-03), Dave Joyce (OH-14), Young Kim (CA-40), Nick LaLota (NY-01), Mike Lawler (NY-17), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), and David Valadao (CA-22). […] ‘We commend the Ways and Means Committee for including reasonable phase-out schedules for certain clean energy tax credits. […] We appreciate the Ways and Means Committee putting America first by investing in American energy dominance, but the last thing any of us want is to provoke an energy crisis or cause higher energy bills for working families. We urge the Committee to consider these important changes in this critical part of our One Big Beautiful Bill.’” [Rep. Jen Kiggans, Press Release, 5/14/25]

June 2025: After His Initial Vote To Cut Clean Energy Tax Credits, Evans Signed Onto A Letter Asking Senate Republicans To “Mitigate” Negative Impacts Of The One Big Beautiful Bill’s Cuts To The Energy Tax Credits

June 2025: Evans Signed A Letter Asking Senate Republicans To Protect Clean Energy Tax Credits In Their Version Of The Reconciliation Bill. “The One Big Beautiful Bill, which narrowly passed in the House (215 to 214) takes a sledgehammer to clean energy tax credits, a move that created what Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) called ‘unworkable legislation.’ Thirteen members of Congress are now urging Senators to take a closer look at several provisions within the bill that they acknowledge will stall investment in and development of clean energy projects […] The letter is signed by: Jen A. Kiggans Brian K. Fitzpatrick Juan Ciscomani Nick LaLota Michael V Lawler Andrew R. Garbarino Don Bacon Mark E. Amodei Gabe Evans Young Kim David G. Valadao Robert Bresnahan, Jr. Thomas H. Kean, Jr.” [PV Magazine, 6/6/25]

• The Letter Reportedly Asked The Senate To “Mitigate” The Negative Impacts Of The Bill’s Clean Energy Funding Cuts. “ 13 House Republicans who voted FOR the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are now asking the Senate to scale back and ‘mitigate’ the negative impacts of their clean energy funding cuts. Letter is led by Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Va.” [Sahil Kapur, Twitter, 6/6/25]

Image: see original report, p. 32

[Sahil Kapur, Twitter, 6/6/25]