During a recent cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump voiced strong criticism against wind turbines and solar farms. He described them as “stupid” and claimed they harm wildlife, ruin beautiful landscapes, and are inefficient energy sources.
Trump spoke for over five minutes, expressing his frustrations with the green energy sector. He labeled wind energy as expensive and detrimental to the environment, saying it leads to the deaths of birds and disrupts the natural beauty of the plains and valleys. “It’s a disaster,” he remarked.
The president also targeted solar energy, stating that large solar fields are encroaching on farmland, leaving farmers upset. He criticized solar farms for being visually unappealing and inefficient, saying they consist of “plastic from China.” He noted that China dominates the global market in green energy manufacturing, controlling about 60% of the production of solar cells, wind systems, and batteries.
While China invests heavily in renewable energy, it continues to rely on coal-fired power plants to meet its energy demands, making it the world’s largest polluter. In contrast, Trump has pushed for fossil fuel development in the U.S., signing legislation that favors traditional energy sources and cuts subsidies for green energy.
“We’ve reintroduced clean, beautiful coal,” Trump stated, emphasizing his support for coal and natural gas over wind and solar, which he described as blights on the country. He argued that smart countries do not rely on wind and solar energy, asserting that the U.S. should strive to be a “brilliant country” that prioritizes more reliable energy sources.
He concluded his remarks by expressing disappointment that wind energy has not become a significant contributor to the energy market, despite its appealing name. Trump’s comments reflect a broader skepticism about renewable energy among some political leaders, highlighting the ongoing debate over the future of energy in the U.S.