President Donald Trump’s administration has severed ties with 66 international entities, branding them as anti-American or ineffective. Among them is the prominent International Solar Alliance spearheaded by India, a key player in advancing solar energy worldwide.
The ISA quickly responded to the U.S. memorandum issued on January 7, 2026. Highlighting its achievements, the alliance noted rapid strides in solar deployment across 125 nations, enhanced by energy storage innovations. ‘Our programs operate in more than 95 countries, supporting national pipelines, regulations, and markets,’ the statement outlined.
Success stories include feasibility studies and demonstration projects that prove solar’s viability in varied terrains. ISA vowed to persist: ‘We remain dedicated to partnering on solar adoption and energy transition objectives.’
U.S. officials, including the White House and State Department, slammed these organizations for squandering funds and operating inefficiently. This step fulfills Trump’s pledge to prioritize domestic benefits over global bureaucracy.
On social media, Secretary Marco Rubio celebrated the move: ‘Today, President Trump announced America’s exit from 66 anti-U.S. or useless international outfits. Review continues, ending subsidies to those harming our interests.’ The official readout reinforced: ‘We won’t expend resources on institutions irrelevant or hostile to our goals. Cooperation must serve Americans.’
As the dust settles, questions loom over the future of clean energy initiatives. India’s leadership in ISA positions it to potentially fill the void, but the absence of U.S. funding and expertise could slow momentum in the race against climate change.
