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Clean energy is surging despite political attacks. But a slowdown may be looming
Workers install solar panels at a project this spring in Galena, Alaska.
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Clean energy is surging despite political attacks. But a slowdown may be looming
Topline:
The U.S. is forecast to add a lot less power from renewables than analysts previously expected.
Why now: Over the past year, the Trump administration and Congressional Republicans have waged a sweeping campaign against renewable energy, throwing a fast-growing industry into turmoil.
Why it matters: All this is occurring as electricity demand is rising faster than it has in decades. Some experts warn that limiting new power supplies could have broad economic consequences, including higher electricity costs and slower business growth. So far, it's unclear what the Trump campaign against renewables will mean for consumers or grid reliability.
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