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Trump's US energy dominance vision, despite record domestic production, failed to insulate consumers from global oil shocks caused by the Iran war, leading to significant price hikes. While natural gas shows more resilience, the overall approach ignores market realities and demand reduction.
In 2025, US solar power generation achieved a significant milestone, growing by 35% to surpass hydroelectricity for the first time. Despite this renewable surge, overall electricity demand increased by 2.8%, leading to an unexpected 13% rise in coal consumption due to complex market dynamics affecting natural gas. Looking ahead, 2026 is projected to see substantial additions in solar and wind capacity, aiming to further integrate renewables into the national grid.
