Wright criticizes wind and solar for their unpredictability: they only generate electricity when the wind blows or sun shines—not necessarily when demand peaks
The investment, part of President Donald Trump’s America First Energy Agenda, marks one of the largest federal commitments to land restoration and economic revitalization in coal-producing regions.
With inflation inching upward again, uncertainty around tariffs, and political pressure mounting, the energy sector—and the broader business community—will be watching closely to see whether Powell can walk the tightrope between inflation control and economic support.