As the largest electricity generator in the United States and a prominent player in the competitive power sector, Calpine is dedicated to providing innovative, reliable, and customized solutions to meet our customers’ diverse needs. We recognize that the decisions made by lawmakers have a profound impact on our operations and the energy sector as a whole, but rather than simply observing these changes, we take an active role in the political process. We engage through various channels, beginning with the Calpine Political Action Committee (Calpine PAC), to ensure our voice is heard and to shape policies that support our industry and our mission.
A political action committee (PAC) is an entity that enables people who share common interests (such as employees of a company) to pool voluntary resources and make contributions to lawmakers or candidates for elected office. The Calpine Political Action Committee (PAC) was established to amplify our collective voice in the policymaking process and support our advocacy efforts with federal lawmakers.
Our PAC
The Calpine PAC is run by employees for employees and is a legal, transparent, and federally regulated PAC that invests in the long-term success of our business by supporting candidates who share in our vision for the future.
Here’s What You Need to Know
Calpine PAC is Independent
Calpine PAC does not receive funds from the corporation or corporate treasury and is instead fully funded by voluntary contributions from eligible employees.
Calpine PAC is Collective
Calpine PAC amplifies our voice by pooling voluntary contributions made by eligible employees, enabling us to engage with one collective voice in the political sphere.
Calpine PAC is Federally Regulated
Calpine PAC maintains full and strict compliance with all campaign finance laws as defined by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and any applicable state or local election oversight authorities.
Calpine PAC is Essential
Being involved in politics is necessary. Decisions made by lawmakers impact the way we operate our business and ultimately how well we succeed. No one knows our business better than we do. We must continuously and diligently work to educate elected officials about our company and the important work we do.