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Analyst examines how energy policy decisions are made in Washington

An energy policy expert walks through the mechanics and influence networks that shape how federal energy decisions get made.

First covered Sep 18, 2026 · 3:04 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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Coverage

54d Volts (David Roberts) How energy politics work inside DC — A conversation with Frank Maisano.

Primary sources

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fitzpatrick.house.gov Fitzpatrick Introduces NABTU-Built Energy Tax Credit Bill to Lower Costs and Power American Growth

Discussion

Bluesky: @volts.wtf David Roberts · 53d ago · 33 ♥ Today on Volts: I interview Frank Maisano, media relations guy for the natural gas (and, ok, offshore wind) industry, consummate insider, about how he keeps reporters happy, power dynamics in DC, fights over data centers and permitting, and much more.

Appeared in: 2026-09-19 (#11)

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