Episode 32: 2025 Clean Energy Crisis: Policy Chaos, Grid Pressure & Why Renewables Are Still Winning

In 2025, the clean energy sector faced one of its toughest years—policy reversals, Investment Tax Credit changes, more interconnection issues, and a renewed federal push toward fossil fuels. But despite the chaos, renewables are still outperforming every other generation source. In this episode of The Clean Energy Edge, Russ breaks down what really happened this year, why the grid needs clean energy more than ever, and the surprising momentum behind solar, storage, domestic manufacturing, and behind-the-meter systems. Whether you’re in solar development, energy policy, utilities, or just following America’s grid transition, this episode covers: -How the “Big Billionaire Bill” disrupted the ITC timeline -Why utilities are stalling interconnections -The surge in behind-the-meter solar + storage -Explosive growth in residential batteries -The comeback of U.S. solar manufacturing -Rising grid demand from AI, electrification & industry -Why clean energy is still winning—economically and technically Clean energy isn’t the problem—politics is. And even after a brutal year, this industry’s momentum is undeniable. Subscribe for more insights on clean energy, policy, grid modernization, and the future of power in America.