Trump's Terms Democrats worry Trump may chip away at Biden's progress on clean energy
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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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Concerns about Green Energy Progress
- Jennifer Granholm expresses concern about potential rollbacks of green energy incentives under a new administration.
- She emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change, given the escalating global warming.
Clean Energy Growth
- The US has added a significant amount of clean energy to the grid (60 gigawatts).
- The Inflation Reduction Act has incentivized this growth, which needs to continue.
Oil and Gas Production under Biden
- The Biden administration oversaw record oil and gas production due to the war in Ukraine and rising gas prices.
- Releasing oil from the strategic reserve helped stabilize the market and incentivized domestic production.