As Wind and Solar Energy Are Wounded By Tariffs, Trump Seems To Love Nuclear Power

Douglas McIntyre and David Callaway, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explore the U.S. energy landscape as traditional renewables face challenges. With offshore wind stalling and solar energy hindered by steep tariffs, McIntyre notes the growing support for nuclear energy under the Trump administration. Callaway explains that while nuclear is receiving political backing and public attention—particularly through proposed small modular reactors—it’s far from a quick solution. Reviving old plants or deploying new nuclear technologies could take years, and results remain uncertain. Despite its classification issues, nuclear has now become a central part of the evolving energy conversation in America.