HARTFORD, Conn. – For the fourth year in a row, Governor Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) has officially proclaimed September 23-27, 2024, as Clean Energy Week in Connecticut. This proclamation was issued in conjunction with the 8th Annual National Clean Energy Week (NCEW). 

“I commend Governor Lamont for recognizing Clean Energy Week in Connecticut,” said Heather Reams, chair of NCEW. “Advancing clean energy projects across the country is not only good environmental stewardship, but it is also economically prudent as it spurs the creation of jobs in local communities and strengthens state economies all while providing affordable, reliable clean energy to residents. Governor Lamont understands this, and I am encouraged by Connecticut’s potential to lead the rest of the nation in clean energy innovation and investment.” 

“Reducing our carbon emissions is essential to the health of our planet,” Governor Lamont stated in the proclamation. “Connecticut is committed to renewable energy that benefits our economy and environment.” 

As Governor Lamont’s proclamation highlights, the clean energy sector accounts for more than 43,000 jobs in the state, and 37 percent of the Connecticut’s electricity net generation came from the Millstone nuclear power, ranking the state with the seventh-highest share of electricity provided by nuclear power in the nation. 

Last year, Governor Lamont was among the 37 governors and 49 municipalities that issued proclamations to recognize Clean Energy Week. Learn more about the state proclamations here. 

Founded in 2017, NCEW serves as a bipartisan forum convening clean energy leaders and advocates from across the country. The week features dynamic programming, including the Policymakers Symposium—a free, two-day in-person event that spotlights elected officials, business leaders, advocates, policymakers, investors and trade association voices who are committed to promoting clean energy. 

For more details on NCEW, including sponsorship opportunities, remote and in-person events, and registration for the Policymakers Symposium, please visit the NCEW website at www.nationalcleanenergyweek.org.