Whereas, across the United States, clean and readily abundant forms of energy are powering more homes and businesses than ever before;
Whereas clean energy generation is readily available from zero- and low-emissions sources;
Whereas the clean energy sector is a growing part of the economy and in recent years has been a key driver of economic growth in the United States;
Whereas technological innovation can further reduce costs, enhance reliability, and increase deployment of clean energy sources;
Whereas the report of the Department of Energy entitled "2025 U.S. Energy & Employment Report" found that, at the end of 2024, the energy and energy efficiency sectors in the United States employed approximately 8,500,000 individuals;
Whereas the scaling of affordable and exportable clean energy is essential to reducing global emissions;
Whereas clean energy jobs contribute to the growth of local economies; and
Whereas innovative clean energy solutions and clean energy jobs are part of the energy future of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate—
(1)designates the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "National Clean Energy Week";
(2)encourages individuals and organizations across the United States to support commonsense solutions that address the economic, environmental, and energy needs of the United States in the 21st century;
(3)encourages the Federal Government, States, municipalities, and individuals to invest in affordable, clean, and low-emitting energy technologies;
(4)supports reliable and affordable energy for the people of the United States; and
(5)recognizes the role of entrepreneurs and small businesses in ensuring the leadership of the United States in the global energy marketplace and in supporting low-cost, clean, and reliable energy in the United States.