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Donald Trump Criticizes Renewable Energy, Calls Wind Turbines 'Pathetic'

PBS NewsHourOctober 5, 20252 min33,177 views
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Trump's Critique of Renewable Energy

  • ⚡ Trump dismisses renewable energy, particularly wind turbines, calling them a "joke" that "don't work" and are too expensive.
  • 💡 He argues that wind turbines are not strong enough to power necessary plants and are a source of financial loss, requiring massive government subsidies.
  • 🏭 Trump claims wind turbines are constantly in need of rebuilding due to rust and rot, making them the "most expensive energy ever conceived."

China and Wind Turbine Manufacturing

  • 🇨🇳 Trump states that while China builds many wind farms, they use them sparingly, preferring coal and gas.
  • 🌍 He suggests China's strategy is to sell windmills globally rather than utilize them extensively domestically.

Europe's Green Energy Agenda

  • 🇪🇺 Trump asserts that Europe is on the brink of destruction due to its "green energy agenda."
  • 🇩🇪 He specifically praises Germany for reversing its "all green" policy, returning to fossil fuel and nuclear power, which he believes has led to economic recovery.
  • ⚠️ Trump views the push for all-green energy as a path to bankruptcy and expresses willingness to face criticism for his views.
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