Stepping into a living example of our clean energy future is more than a little inspiring. Wildpoldsried, Germany has pulled off what people around the globe are clamoring for, and they did it not only because of the climate, they did it because it just makes great financial sense. Their no-nonsense approach and smart risk taking has led to their massive investment in clean, local energy and is supported heavily by strong government policies, both local and federal.

Promises of addressing our nation’s energy system and impact have been emerging for months from Biden’s team. Does this mean we will finally begin writing cohesive and responsible national energy policy?