How We Survive Burning Questions: Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” passed. What now for the climate?
Jul 8, 2025
Shannon Osaka, a climate zeitgeist reporter at The Washington Post, dives into the implications of the recently signed 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act' on clean energy. She discusses how this law drastically reduces incentives for renewable energy, setting back efforts against climate change. Osaka also highlights the urgency for consumers to act quickly to benefit from remaining tax credits, while analyzing the challenges of bipartisan support for climate legislation. Tune in for insights on navigating the political landscape and fostering action in the renewable energy sector.
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Bill Devastates Renewable Incentives
- The new 'One Big Beautiful Bill' will devastate U.S. renewable energy incentives.
- It removes tax credits for wind and solar that were crucial under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Wind and Solar Credit Deadline
- Tax credits for wind and solar end unless projects begin construction within a year.
- Geothermal and nuclear credits last longer, until early 2030s.
Political Bias Against Wind and Solar
- Trump's administration excludes wind and solar from favored energy sources, reflecting a political agenda.
- Solar remains essential as the fastest-growing energy source amid rising electricity demand.