Trump's return raises questions about clean energy momentum

Energy professionals debate whether installed renewable capacity and recent federal support can withstand the incoming administration's potential policy shifts.

First covered Jul 29, 2026 · 3:06 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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Coverage

59d Volts (David Roberts) Should we feel good about the trajectory of clean energy post-Trump? — A conversation with Lily Bermel.

Primary sources

ceepr.mit.edu Mit Ceepr Rc 2026 07 (ceepr.mit.edu)

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Discussion

Bluesky: @volts.wtf David Roberts · 59d ago · 52 ♥ Today on Volts: a recent research commentary argues that the loss of wind & solar tax credits hasn't hurt clean energy as much as feared -- and that, rather than working to restore those tax credits, Dems should focus on permitting & interconnection reform. · @volts.wtf David Roberts · 59d ago · 14 ♥ @volts.wtf has a very hopeful new podcast out. A conversation with Lily Bermel regarding clean energy post-orange menace. And if you're not signed up for his newsletter, why not? 😘 Seriously, good stuff! www.volts.wtf/p/should-we-...

Appeared in: 2026-07-29 (#11) · 2026-07-30 (#12)

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