10 States Where Energy Bills Could Skyrocket Under Trump’s New Big Beautiful Bill

Texas: The Renewable Energy Giant at Risk

Texas leads the nation in wind and solar energy production. With the rollback of clean energy tax credits under Trump’s new “One Big Beautiful Bill,” the state could lose significant investment in renewables. Analysts project Texas households could see energy bills rise by hundreds of dollars per year as incentives for affordable clean power disappear.

Nevada: Solar Power State Faces Rising Costs

Nevada’s sunny climate has made it a national leader in solar adoption, but it’s also highly sensitive to changes in federal policy. Removing tax credits for renewables means the cost advantage of solar shrinks, and traditional electricity rates may climb. Residents could face steeper bills as the state scrambles to replace lost federal support.

Colorado: Clean Energy Progress Threatened

Colorado has invested heavily in both wind and solar power, supported by previous federal incentives. The new bill’s cuts put that progress in jeopardy, with energy economists warning that households and businesses will pay more as utilities pass on the higher cost of electricity production.

Arizona: High Bills Ahead for a Sunbelt Leader

Arizona residents already pay some of the nation’s highest monthly electricity bills. Without continued federal incentives for solar and grid modernization, experts predict those bills will increase even more. This could hit low- and middle-income families hardest in a state where air conditioning is a necessity.

New Mexico: Vulnerable to Energy Price Spikes

New Mexico has benefited from federal support for its growing wind and solar sectors. Removing those incentives is expected to slow new projects and raise costs for consumers, particularly in rural areas where energy prices are already volatile.

Georgia: Another Wave of Utility Rate Hikes

Georgia has seen a series of utility rate hikes since 2023, and this trend is expected to accelerate under the new bill. Without tax credits for renewables, Georgia Power and other utilities may shift more costs to consumers, leading to even higher energy bills for families and small businesses.

North Carolina: Investments in Clean Power Jeopardized

North Carolina has become a hub for solar investment thanks to federal tax incentives. The rollback threatens more than $20 billion in clean energy projects and could raise household electricity bills by as much as 13%. Thousands of jobs tied to the renewable sector are also at risk.

Iowa: Wind Power State Faces Uncertain Future

Iowa is one of America’s top wind power producers, and many communities have come to rely on low-cost renewable energy. Without federal credits, the cost of electricity from wind will rise, likely leading to higher bills and slowing the growth of a major local industry.

Kansas: Higher Costs for a Renewable Stronghold

Kansas, another leader in wind energy, could see significant setbacks as federal incentives are withdrawn. Households may face rising power bills as utilities shift away from building out wind infrastructure, hurting both consumers and the rural economy.

Florida: Federal Cuts Could Drive Bills Higher

Florida is rapidly expanding its solar power capacity, helped by federal programs. Removing these supports under the new bill could lead to slower renewable growth and higher energy bills, especially as the state confronts higher air conditioning demand and growing populations.