• "Energy Secretary Wright Pushes for American Energy Dominance with Nuclear and Fossil Fuel Priorities"

  • Feb 20 2025
  • Durée: 3 min
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"Energy Secretary Wright Pushes for American Energy Dominance with Nuclear and Fossil Fuel Priorities"

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  • U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, confirmed by the U.S. Senate on February 6, 2025, has swiftly outlined his priorities and plans for the Department of Energy. In his first secretarial order, Wright vowed to “unleash American Energy” in alignment with President Trump’s executive orders. This initiative includes a comprehensive review of all agency actions that could burden the development of domestic energy resources, including nuclear energy.

    Wright's agenda is multifaceted, with a strong focus on modernizing nuclear power. He aims to support American energy innovation, unleash commercial nuclear power in the U.S., strengthen grid reliability and security, and streamline permitting processes to eliminate undue burdens on energy projects. These actions are part of a broader strategy to expand energy production, reduce energy costs for American families and businesses, and position the U.S. as a global leader in energy innovation and technology[1].

    In addition to his domestic energy goals, Wright has also been involved in international energy collaborations. Recently, he met with His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan at the Department of Energy’s headquarters in Washington to discuss energy cooperation and other related matters[2].

    Wright's background has drawn attention, particularly his role as the founder and chief executive of Liberty Energy, a company specializing in fracking, and his position on the board of directors for Oklo, a developer of small modular reactors. His stance on climate change, which he acknowledges as real but distinguishes between scientific and political uses of the term, has been a point of contention during his Senate hearing[1].

    In parallel with Wright's new role, U.S. Representatives Chuck Fleischmann (R-Tennessee) and Marc Veasey (D-Texas) launched the bipartisan American Energy Dominance Caucus. This caucus aims to raise awareness about all forms of American-made energy, promote domestic energy production, and enhance energy security. Both representatives emphasized the importance of cooperation across party lines to secure the U.S.'s energy future, especially in the face of global geopolitical challenges[1].

    Wright has also made significant decisions regarding energy exports. He joined President Trump to announce a new export authorization for the Commonwealth LNG project in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. Additionally, the Department of Energy has ended the Biden administration's pause on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export permits, returning to regular order in processing these permits[2].

    These moves reflect Wright's commitment to accelerating energy development and reducing regulatory barriers, aligning with the broader agenda of enhancing American energy dominance and security.
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