Trump Looking To Add More Barriers?
President Trump is once again putting America First—this time by taking bold action against massive wind and solar projects that gobble up federal land and offer little in return for hardworking taxpayers.
In a memo released late Friday, the Trump administration announced a new push to limit sprawling renewable energy projects on U.S. public lands. Calling wind and solar farms “highly inefficient uses of federal property,” officials are aiming to ensure that only energy projects delivering real value to the American people are approved.
“Massive, unstable, and inconsistent energy projects are a roadblock to America’s path to energy dominance—and they place an unfair burden on both taxpayers and the environment,” said Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.
🔹 Translation: No more handouts for bloated green energy boondoggles.
🔧 What’s Changing?
The administration is drafting a report to outline stricter guidelines for energy proposals, focusing on land use efficiency and national interest. Future wind and solar projects will face tougher scrutiny—and many may not make the cut.
Additionally, future wind farms could be outright banned, and all renewable projects will be subject to elevated federal review, slowing approval and curbing expansion.
💰 Why It Matters to Taxpayers
Under previous administrations, green energy developers raked in billions in subsidies while producing power that’s unreliable and land-hungry. These projects often:
- Use massive tracts of land
- Deliver inconsistent energy output
- Depend on foreign-made materials
- Get propped up by your tax dollars
President Trump is putting a stop to that.
💥 Green Lobby in Panic Mode
The renewable industry is furious. Left-wing lobbying groups like the American Clean Power Association are warning that Trump’s actions could drastically slow down new projects. But Trump officials say that’s the point.
“Just because a project is big doesn’t mean it’s good,” said John Hensley, a senior VP with the group. “But size matters when it comes to environmental impact.”
Ironically, that argument might backfire—because many Americans are tired of watching pristine landscapes be overtaken by inefficient turbines and giant solar fields.
🔚 Bottom Line
President Trump is once again standing up for taxpayers, energy independence, and common sense. While the left pushes expensive, unreliable green schemes, the Trump administration is focused on results, efficiency, and protecting America’s land and future.
