The US energy landscape is at a crossroads, and a perfect storm of challenges is brewing. The Trump administration’s policies are pushing resources that cannot be built quickly while attempting to kill those that can, leaving the country with severe energy security issues.
Coal, oil, gas, nuclear, wind, and solar power sources are under threat. Reinvigorating coal, which faces significant economic challenges, is unlikely to happen. The oil and gas industry is not increasing production due to low prices and lack of incentives. In contrast, manufacturing for electric vehicles (EVs) is ramping up globally, indicating a decline in the oil and gas sector.
Nuclear power, which has gained attention from big tech companies, faces regulatory hurdles that can’t be overcome quickly enough. The administration’s plan to reduce regulations and speed up nuclear construction may not address concerns about safety and security.
Wind energy is being targeted by the Trump administration, with new policies discouraging onshore and offshore wind farms. This move will make investing in the US a riskier proposition for companies. Solar power, which can be built relatively quickly, faces challenges due to tariffs on imported solar cells and panels.
The result of these policies will likely be a gap between energy demand and supply, posing significant challenges to the country’s energy security. The Trump administration must change direction to address this issue, or the US may face severe consequences.
Source: https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/16/a-perfect-storm-for-energy-is-coming-to-the-us