On the Perch with Kelsey Hallahan

On this episode of On the Perch, we sat down with Kelsey Hallahan, Senior Director of Market Intelligence at the American Clean Power Association (ACP), for a powerful conversation on environmental policy and her role at the intersection of data, energy, and public policy. With a career spanning market analysis, emissions data integration, and international energy policy, Kelsey shared how accurate, accessible data is critical to advancing the U.S. clean energy transition. She discussed her work leading ACP’s CleanPowerIQ database and industry reports on utility-scale wind, solar, and storage—and how these insights support policymakers, industry leaders, and communities navigating a rapidly changing energy landscape. Reflecting on her previous roles at S&P Global and the Energy Information Administration, Kelsey emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration and market transparency in shaping sustainable policy. Her message to young professionals? There’s never been a more exciting time to work in clean energy, and the future depends on bold leadership grounded in data, integrity, and purpose. ⚡📊🌎