10-Year Mission to Accelerate the American Economy for the 21st Century

The Opportunity of Electrification

America’s greatest economic competitors are already electrifying fast and capturing more of the marketplace. Every sector, from public safety to residential construction to heavy industry and transportation, is a candidate for innovation.

25 Million+ Jobs

More than 25 million new jobs could be created by the electrification transition

$1.8K Annual Savings

Households can save up to $1,800/year by switching to electric appliances and vehicles

42% of Pollution

42% of U.S. energy pollution comes from machines that can be electrified today

Our Programs

Launched in 2025, our annual Awards kick off a new cycle each year—identifying top electrification innovations and connecting them with leaders through immersive innovation tours and year-round engagement to drive policy and investment to accelerate electrification nationwide.

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INNOVATION

TOURS

POLICY ACTIVATION

Featured Innovation Tour: Bay Area

EII’s inaugural Innovation Tour brought 30 bipartisan policymakers from 18 states to the Bay Area to explore how electrification is delivering affordability, grid resilience, and economic opportunity today.

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The Inaugural 2025 Electric Innovation Awards

We curate convenings and policy dialogues in priority states—translating award-winning innovation into policy conversations to identify and break down barriers to accelerate innovation and unlock the economic and environmental benefits of electrification.

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Government Technology

States Are Moving Forward With Their Own EV Incentives

California and other states are developing initiatives to continue the push for zero-emission and electric vehicle transportation. Market forces and volatile oil prices, industry leaders stress, make the case.

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USEA's Power Sector Podcast with Sen. Chris Lee Hawaii in front of American Monument Building

United States Energy Association (USEA)

USEA Power Sector Podcast Episode 269: Hawaii State Senator & Electric Innovation Initiative Co-Founder Chris Lee

Hawaii Sen. Chris Lee discussed his meeting with local officials to build momentum for grid electrification that boosts reliability and affordability while easing reliance on volatile fossil fuels.

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Core Team & Advisors

Founded by California Energy Commission Chair David Hochschild and Hawaii State Senator Chris Lee, this 10-year initiative unites bipartisan policymakers and industry leaders to advance electrification, bolster America’s competitiveness, and expand access to clean, affordable energy.