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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2025 · 9 MIN

Trump’s tariffs could hurt the US renewable energy industry

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President Donald Trump’s new sweeping tariffs could hurt U.S solar energy developers while industries that import critical minerals appear to be spared – at least for now. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino and James Bikales break down how Trump’s tariffs may impact the US solar industry and the critical mineral industry, which are both key to America’s renewable energy future. Plus, the Senate Parliamentarian has told lawmakers she does not believe EPA waivers that allow California to set nation-leading emissions standards can be revoked through the Congressional Review Act. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.  James Bikales is a reporter for POLITICO.  Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy

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