Coal Dependent
Indiana Climate & Energy Policy 2026
Renewable energy goals, fossil fuel dependence, solar and wind rankings, and how climate and energy shape Indiana politics ahead of 2026.
Coal Dependent
Energy Profile
#31
National Solar Rank
No
EV Incentives
No
Offshore Wind
Key Energy Policies
| Renewable Portfolio Standard | No formal RPS |
| Carbon/Climate Target | None |
| EV Incentives | No |
| Offshore Wind | No |
| Fossil Fuel Dependence | Very High (coal dependent — among highest coal share) |
Energy System Overview
Indiana is one of the most coal-dependent states in the nation. The state has been slow to transition to clean energy. However, major corporations in Indiana (Cummins on hydrogen, Eli Lilly) are pushing for clean energy due to corporate sustainability goals.
2026 Political Impact
Coal jobs and energy costs are dominant political issues. Indiana politicians strongly oppose federal clean energy mandates. The state is safely Republican and climate policy is not a priority.