economy
Rahm Emanuel Calls on Democrats to Follow Texas on Energy Production
Former Chicago mayor and expected Democratic 2028 presidential candidate Rahm Emanuel is calling on Democrats to embrace a more diversified energy portfolio, similar to that of Texas, that includes both clean energy and fossil fuels.
TL;DR
- Rahm Emanuel suggests Democrats emulate Texas's diversified energy portfolio, combining clean energy and fossil fuels.
- Texas's energy diversification post-Winter Storm Uri has led to a resilient transmission system and low utility rates.
- Emanuel's strategy includes taxing hyperscalers for transmission line upgrades.
- He calls for permitting reform to expedite new generation, storage, and transmission infrastructure.
- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission should prioritize the cheapest, cleanest new infrastructure with a 24-month permitting deadline.
- The U.S. should invest in new energy technologies such as geothermal, advanced battery technology, and small modular reactors.