Following is a statement by Abigail Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), on the U.S. Senate's confirmation of Jennifer Granholm as President Biden's Energy Secretary:

"Secretary Granholm is a long-time clean energy champion and a tremendous leader who is ready to tackle our nation's energy and climate challenges on day one. I want to congratulate Secretary Granholm and I look forward to the role she will play in leading America's transition to a clean energy economy. The Department of Energy will be at the forefront of the fight against climate change and building a clean, affordable, and equitable electricity system for all Americans, and Secretary Granholm is the right leader for that critical work."

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