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The fossil fuel comeback is here

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Briefings

A new report by the Environmental Defense Fund and Atlas Public Policy indicates the US is expanding fossil fuel infrastructure faster than renewable energy growth, with electricity demand rising more rapidly than in a decade. The Trump administration has actively hindered wind and solar development, causing a significant shift in America's energy landscape. Key figures include the report's authors and the Trump administration, with specific data on infrastructure expansion rates and demand trends. The study was published last week, and the full analysis is available on The Verge.

Key points

• The US is expanding fossil fuel infrastructure faster than renewable energy growth, with electricity demand rising more rapidly than in a decade.
• The Trump administration has actively hindered wind and solar development, causing a significant shift in America's energy landscape.

Context

The report highlights a growing trend where fossil fuel infrastructure expansion outpaces renewable energy growth, driven by increased electricity demand from data centers, factories, and electric vehicles. The Trump administration's policies specifically target wind and solar industries to favor fossil fuels, accelerating the energy landscape shift.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single report published last week by the Environmental Defense Fund and Atlas Public Policy. Specific data on infrastructure expansion rates and demand trends are available but not fully detailed in the provided text. The report's full analysis is available on The Verge, but specific numbers and dates are not included in this summary.

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