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When pressed about the impact of current subsidies for green technologies, Secretary Wright asserted that previous government subsidies introduced over 20 to 30 years ago have not delivered the promised benefits. He proclaimed that the “Big Beautiful Bill” would adequately terminate these subsidies, positioning traditional energy sources—like nuclear and natural gas—at the forefront of the future energy landscape.
Regulatory Streamlining for Nuclear Development
Secretary Wright addressed the need to simplify the permitting process to accelerate nuclear energy development. He pointed to a separation in permitting authority concerning Department of Energy lands and suggested that the Idaho National Laboratory will serve as a testing ground for potential nuclear projects.