Jimmy Carter’s administration tackled the energy crisis by promoting energy conservation and the development of alternative energy sources. Carter established the Department of Energy to address energy policy comprehensively and implemented measures such as the National Energy Act, which included incentives for energy efficiency and renewable energy. He encouraged Americans to reduce energy consumption and invested in solar energy research and development. Despite these efforts, the energy crisis persisted, with fuel shortages and high prices contributing to economic difficulties. Carter’s emphasis on energy conservation and alternative energy laid the groundwork for future energy policies.