The U.S. utility industry, represented by CEOs like Pedro Pizarro of Edison International, is urging the incoming Trump administration and Republican-led Congress to maintain clean energy and electric vehicle (EV) tax credits in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The IRA, a significant part of President Biden's climate change initiatives, contains substantial subsidies for clean energy. While President-elect Trump has expressed intentions to repeal the IRA, industry leaders are making a case for its preservation, highlighting the benefits that extend to businesses and consumers. Notably, the potential elimination of the $7,500 consumer tax credit for EV purchases is raising concerns among major players like Rivian, Tesla, and Panasonic. Moreover, the focus is on retaining tax credits for energy storage, transmission, nuclear power, hydrogen, and EVs to support continued growth within the sector. Key figures within the industry, including former energy secretary Dan Brouillette, are actively engaging with the transition team to influence energy policy and cabinet appointments. The utility industry plans to engage in lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill, emphasizing the positive impacts of the IRA and advocating for its preservation.