The Clean Energy Performance Program

Last Updated: August 31, 2021

The Clean Energy Payment Program (CEPP) is one of the most critical proposed climate priorities in the Build Back Better package. This program would be designed to increase the use of clean electricity by a specific deadline while also being fully in compliance with the requirements of the reconciliation process. With the impacts of climate change intensifying, Congress has a very short window to prevent the worst outcomes. While there are a number of additional climate policy priorities that progressives would like to see included in this legislation, passing the CEPP is an important first step toward meeting the demand to reduce emissions.