Why the ‘Hype Phase’ of Wind and Solar Is Over
Rotor blades and other parts for the ongoing construction of an offshore wind turbine farm on the State Pier in New London, Conn., on Sept. 23, 2025. Brian Snyder/File Photo/Reuters

Why the ‘Hype Phase’ of Wind and Solar Is Over

As federal subsidies dry up under the Trump administration, wind and solar energy must compete on cost and reliability, experts say.
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The Trump administration has taken a sharp turn from its predecessor regarding wind and solar energy, curtailing many of the loans, grants, and permitting that the Biden administration had put in place.

Without government subsidies and regulatory support, energy analysts are questioning whether these industries can stand on their own merits.

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