Trump GOP: Forget Progress, Back to the Caves! - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica criticizes the Trump administration and its Republican allies for attempting to pressure the International Energy Agency (IEA) to focus exclusively on fossil fuels while ignoring renewable energy sources. The author highlights the absurdity of this stance, emphasizing that the majority of new power capacity globally and in the U.S. comes from cheaper, cleaner solar and wind energy. The article argues that supporting fossil fuels over renewables is not only economically and environmentally irrational but also reflects a regressive, anti-science mindset that seeks to halt progress and drag society backward. Despite these political pressures, the IEA has resisted calls to abandon renewable energy coverage, reaffirming its commitment to secure, affordable, and sustainable energy based on data-driven analysis. Fatih Birol, the IEA head, underscores the agency’s non-political stance and dedication to advancing global energy transitions for humanity’s benefit. Meanwhile, the article notes that much of the world is moving forward with electrification and clean energy adoption, leaving the