Today’s Solutions: August 14, 2026

The fact that Donald Trump will soon take over as president of the U.S. doesn’t mean the country will start burning more coal. Yes, the new president has made promises to revive coal industry. However, ultimately market forces will drive to the cheapest energy sources. And as of now, solar and wind are becoming much cheaper than burning coal. Businessman Trump will understand this dynamic.

 

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