

Energy and the ‘big beautiful bill’ | live from day 2 of the ACORE Finance Forum in New York
6 snips Jun 6, 2025
In an engaging discussion, Joseph Webster, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council focusing on energy and geopolitics, shares insights on the U.S.-China energy dynamics and the race to develop AI capabilities. Seth Hanlon from NYU Tax Law Center provides critical perspectives on the energy tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act, while Lesley Hunter, Senior VP at ACORE, talks about lobbying for clean energy support in Congress. The conversation reveals the crucial interplay between energy policies, legislative challenges, and national security.
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Balancing Security and Climate Risks
- Chinese equipment poses varying security risks, depending on internet connectivity and critical infrastructure use.
- Policymakers must balance climate goals and national security when regulating Chinese clean energy imports.
Spot Checks for Chinese Imports
- Implement a nuanced approach with spot checks for Chinese internet-connected energy components.
- Increase detection risk to deter exploitation without halting imports wholesale.
De-risking China in Energy Supply Chains
- Reducing reliance on China’s clean energy supply chains may raise short-term costs but improves long-term energy security.
- Lessons from Europe’s Russia dependency illustrate risks of deep energy ties with geopolitical rivals.