As of 2025, the United States stands at a defining moment in its fossil energy policy. Decisions made now will shape not only the future of American power generation, but also the direction of our economy, national security, and global leadership. The stakes could not be higher.
At American Fossil Energy, we believe this is the time to recommit to what works.
American coal, oil, and natural gas are not relics of the past—they are strategic assets that must be defended, modernized, and expanded.
If we are serious about energy independence and economic resilience, then we must put our own resources to work and restore practical, commonsense leadership to our energy future.
Fossil Fuels Still Power America
Despite years of political posturing around green energy transitions, the facts remain clear. Fossil fuels continue to form the foundation of America’s energy consumption.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), fossil fuels still account for more than 70 percent of the nation’s total energy use. That includes not only electricity generation, but also transportation, manufacturing, and heating.
Coal and natural gas remain critical to the stability of the electrical grid. They provide dispatchable, around-the-clock power that solar and wind simply cannot match on their own.
During extreme weather events and periods of peak demand, it is fossil fuels that step up to keep the lights on and the economy moving.
Domestic oil production continues to serve as a cornerstone of U.S. energy security and trade balance.
By producing our own oil, the United States has reduced dependence on volatile foreign regimes and asserted greater control over international energy markets.
The idea that fossil fuels are being phased out is not supported by data. In reality, coal, oil, and natural gas remain the lifeblood of the American economy.
They power our homes, feed our industries, and underpin everything from shipping to agriculture.
American Fossil Energy proudly champions these traditional sectors, recognizing that sustainable progress will come through innovation within fossil fuels, not by abandoning them.
The Regulatory Landscape in 2025
The current regulatory environment presents both challenges and opportunities.
On one hand, certain federal agencies and advocacy groups continue to push aggressive renewable energy mandates that risk undermining grid stability and increasing consumer costs. These policies often ignore the real-world limitations of renewables and overlook the benefits of fossil fuel reliability.
On the other hand, there is growing momentum behind pro-energy-independence movements across energy-rich states like Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and West Virginia.
These states recognize that their economic futures—and America’s overall energy security—depend on continued investment in domestic production and infrastructure.
In recent months, a number of major fossil fuel projects have received approval, often with bipartisan support. This includes new pipeline expansions, upgrades to refineries, and increased capacity at liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals. These projects are not only job creators—they are long-term investments in national security and global competitiveness.
The policy center Resources for the Future notes that even as clean energy investment grows, there is no viable substitute for fossil infrastructure when it comes to ensuring grid stability and affordability.
Battery storage, hydrogen, and other technologies hold potential, but they are not ready to replace coal and natural gas on a national scale.
Until they are, American families and businesses will continue to rely on fossil fuels to keep energy prices low and supply dependable.
At American Fossil Energy, we strongly support a balanced energy policy. That means supporting innovation across the board—yes, including cleaner technologies and responsible renewable development—but not at the cost of weakening our energy security or devaluing our greatest assets. America’s fossil fuel resources are a strategic advantage that no other country can match, and we must treat them accordingly.
A Moment for Leadership
What we need in 2025 is not more division, but more leadership. The American people deserve policies that are grounded in practicality, driven by results, and focused on making the country stronger.
That starts with producing more of our own energy, building out modern infrastructure, and allowing the free market to thrive without unnecessary regulatory interference.
We need to protect the jobs and industries that support our energy economy. We need to support workers and communities that have long powered the country but are now being left behind by policy decisions made far from the energy fields.
And we need to send a clear message to the world: America is not stepping back. America is stepping up.
At American Fossil Energy, we will continue to advocate for policies that prioritize American energy production, protect the industries that power our country, and ensure that our grid remains stable, affordable, and secure for generations to come.
Now is the time to move forward—not with uncertainty, but with confidence in the resources and workers that have always powered this nation.
The path to energy leadership runs through America’s coal, oil, and natural gas. And that’s a future worth fighting for.
