Trump's Terms
Democrats worry Trump may chip away at Biden's progress on clean energy
Jan 2, 2025
The conversation dives into the future of green energy in the U.S. and the potential impact of a Trump administration on Biden's progress. Concerns arise about sustaining investment in clean energy amidst growing demand for fossil fuels. Jennifer Granholm discusses the importance of continuing advancements in clean energy to meet technological needs.
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- The Inflation Reduction Act has significantly increased investment in green technology, creating billions in green jobs and modernizing the power grid.
- Concerns persist that the incoming Trump administration may reverse or hinder progress on clean energy efforts initiated during Biden's term.
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Progress in Clean Energy Initiatives
Significant advancements have been made in the United States towards developing cleaner energy infrastructure, with notable financial backing from legislation such as the Inflation Reduction Act. This initiative represents the largest investment in green technology in U.S. history, contributing billions towards the creation of green jobs and the modernization of the power grid. In 2022, American clean power generation saw a remarkable increase, with 60 gigawatts of clean energy added to the electric grid—equivalent to the output of 30 Hoover Dams. Despite these advancements, there are concerns that future efforts could be undermined depending on the policies adopted by the incoming Trump administration.
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