Energy & Environment
Energy
What should energy policy prioritize?
In plain English
Texas leads the nation in both oil and gas and wind and solar. Policy choices affect prices, reliability and emissions.
Arguments supporters make
- Domestic fossil production supports jobs and energy security.
- Clean energy reduces emissions and long-run costs.
Arguments opponents make
- Rapid transitions can strain the grid.
- Fossil reliance carries climate and health costs.
Areas of broad agreement
- Grid reliability after Winter Storm Uri is a broad priority.
Key tradeoffs
- Price vs. emissions vs. reliability
Sources
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