It passed. Now what? The good, the bad, and the ugly impacts of the Big Beautiful Bill on the energy industry

Paul Gerke | Source: Renewable Energy World | Posted 07/11/2025

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While you were perhaps frolicking through backyard sprinklers with your kids or firing up the grill for a holiday cookout, the U.S. House of Representatives was crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s on a piece of legislation that seriously threatens America’s energy independence and overall grid reliability while increasing the cost of electricity in every state.


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The recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) by the U.S. House of Representatives has raised significant concerns regarding its impact on the energy industry. Critics argue that the legislation undermines America's energy independence and grid reliability while increasing electricity costs across the nation. The bill favors fossil fuel production over clean energy investments, threatening thousands of clean energy projects and potentially leading to job losses in the sector. Industry leaders have expressed disappointment, stating that the bill could create an energy emergency and allow foreign entities, particularly from China, to gain control over the U.S. energy grid.

While the OBBBA retains some tax credits for clean technologies, it imposes stricter timelines and eligibility requirements that could hinder the development of solar and wind projects. The elimination of tax credits for electric vehicles and residential solar systems after 2025 further exacerbates the situation, potentially leading to higher energy costs for households. Advocates for clean energy are now urging state-level action to maintain progress in renewable energy development, emphasizing the need for bold initiatives to ensure that clean energy remains accessible and affordable for all Americans.



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