Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit founded in 2013 that promotes conservative, market-based energy and climate policy. It focuses on engaging Republican policymakers and the public around energy, economic, and environmental security, with an emphasis on clean energy innovation and American competitiveness.
Clean energy and climate policy, energy innovation, permitting reform, transmission policy, domestic energy production, federal incentives for clean energy and clean technology, emissions reduction, and policies to strengthen U.S. energy security and competitiveness.
Primarily supported by private donations and corporate donor contributions through its advocacy and partnership programs.
CRES Forum; Heather Reams (President); Shawn Affolter (Vice President of Government Relations); Angela Chiappetta (Vice President of External Relations).
501(c)(4) non-profit organization
