| Energy Realism last week focused on the Trump energy plan: reliable and affordable. Climate zealots completely ignored this criticality and lost the election. Donald Bryson got us started last week: looking forward, AI, and its seemingly unsatiable appetite for energy, could be the most crucial energy story over the next 30 years. With AI’s computational demands surging, states must adopt pragmatic policies to ensure a reliable, affordable energy future. A balanced approach that includes nuclear power and natural gas offers the most practical path forward. But, Emily Arthun also makes it clear: we must allow room for coal. After all, coal is abundant, affordable, and reliable. And lest we forget: coal was the backbone of the U.S. electric power system from the beginning in the 1880s all the way to 2016, when cheap gas from shale took the top spot. Indeed, despite the great news with Trump’s focus on reliable and affordable, David Holt wants us to maintain focus. Our war, in all reality, is never over. Preserving consumers’ freedom to choose the energy they want and need is a fundamental principle that underpins the coalition’s efforts. By promoting fairness and competition in the energy marketplace, states ensure that consumers enjoy access to a variety of energy sources that meet their unique needs. This approach not only drives down costs but also fosters innovation and resilience. In the News Valerie Volcovici, Reuters Michael Lynch, Forbes Aynsley O’Neill, Inside Climate News Brad Anderson, CarScoop Iulian Dnistran, Inside EVs Daniel Turner, RealClearEnergy David Holt, RealClearEnergy Donald Bryson, RealClearEnergy Gary Sumihiro, RealClearEnergy Emily Arthun, RealClearEnergy Charlie Sauer, RealClearEnergy Catherine Frazier, RealClearEnergy Matthew Roy, RealClearEnergy Irina Slav, Oil Price Jasper Steinlein, Euroactiv The Duran Trump is taking ownership of the Ukraine conflict, making statements about ending the war and threatening Russia's economy. The video analyzes Trump's approach, discussing its potent... CNBC Paul Sankey, Sankey Research, joins 'Fast Money' to talk why he thinks oil prices will climb under Trump 2.0. For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to CNBC PRO: | 