Across the country, people are opening their electricity bills and doing double-takes. In 2025, American households are facing the most expensive summer energy costs in over a decade. But while climate and inflation get some blame, energy experts are pointing squarely at Trump’s policy decisions for making things worse.

During Trump’s second term, several clean energy programs were canceled or defunded. Billions in tax credits for solar and wind were slashed, and over 150 renewable energy projects were halted. The administration also pulled funding from offshore wind developments that were set to bring cheaper power to states like California, New York, and Maryland. The result? Americans lost access to more affordable and sustainable energy options, pushing utilities back toward pricier fossil fuels.

Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” brought heavy tariffs on imported energy components. That made it more expensive to build and maintain energy infrastructure. Solar panels, wind turbines, and even the basic parts that keep the grid running became costlier to produce and install. Utility companies passed those added costs right back to you, the consumer.

Trump’s energy agenda heavily favored coal, oil, and gas. Instead of incentivizing clean innovation, his administration doubled down on fossil fuel production. But here’s the problem: demand is still outpacing supply, and fossil fuels are volatile on the global market. That means prices keep climbing. By 2035, experts estimate these energy policies will cost the average American household over $400 more per year.

The tech revolution isn’t helping either. With AI exploding across industries, massive data centers are guzzling electricity like never before. Grid stress is rising fast, and utilities are scrambling to keep up, which means higher infrastructure costs, and again, bigger bills for regular folks.

From heatwaves to storms, the grid is taking a beating. Utilities are pouring billions into weatherproofing infrastructure, but those upgrades come at a steep price. Since federal clean energy support is now weaker, local governments and power companies are shouldering the cost and passing it on to you.

Trump’s energy agenda didn’t just stall the clean energy transition, it pushed costs higher across the board. Between canceled renewable projects, fossil fuel favoritism, global tariffs, and rising tech demand, Americans are now paying the price.

So next time you see that power bill jump, know it’s not just the heat. It’s policy choices coming home to roost.