• Energy Secretary Chris Wright Unveils Ambitious Agenda to Unleash American Energy Dominance

  • Feb 23 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Energy Secretary Chris Wright Unveils Ambitious Agenda to Unleash American Energy Dominance

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  • U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, sworn in as the 17th Secretary of Energy, has been making significant headlines in the last few days with several key announcements and actions. One of his first major moves was the issuance of his first Secretarial Order, which outlines the Department of Energy's immediate actions to align with President Trump’s energy agenda.

    This order emphasizes the need to "unleash American Energy" by expanding energy production, reducing energy costs, and leading in innovation and technology. Wright highlighted the importance of the Department of Energy's Research and Development (R&D) enterprise, focusing on affordable, reliable, and secure energy technologies, including fossil fuels, advanced nuclear, geothermal, and hydropower. The order also prioritizes "true technological breakthroughs" such as fusion, high-performance computing, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence[1].

    A key aspect of this order is the push for the rapid deployment and export of next-generation nuclear technology. Wright stressed that the long-awaited American nuclear renaissance must begin during President Trump’s administration, aiming to commercialize affordable and abundant nuclear energy globally[1].

    In addition to nuclear energy, Wright has been instrumental in reversing several energy policies from the previous administration. The Department of Energy has ended the pause on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export permits, returning to regular order. This move is part of a broader strategy to increase U.S. energy exports, including the resumption of LNG exports to countries without a free trade agreement with the USA[2].

    Wright also joined President Trump in announcing a new export authorization for the Commonwealth LNG project proposed for Cameron Parish, Louisiana. This project is seen as a significant step in enhancing U.S. energy exports and reinforcing the country's energy dominance[2].

    Furthermore, Wright has taken steps to address regulatory issues, announcing the postponement of seven restrictive mandates on home appliances that were introduced by the Biden-Harris administration. This decision is aimed at reducing energy costs for American families and businesses while ensuring the reliability of the energy system[2].

    On the international front, Secretary Wright 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. This meeting underscores the department's commitment to strengthening international partnerships in the energy sector[2].

    Wright's leadership has been met with praise from policymakers, industry leaders, and trade associations. He has also made key appointments to the Department’s senior leadership team, naming experienced professionals who will lead efforts to advance President Trump’s energy agenda[2].

    In his statement after being sworn in, Wright emphasized his commitment to advancing American energy dominance and ensuring the Department of Energy's R&D efforts are aligned with this goal. His background as the founder and former CEO of Liberty Energy, a company recognized for its technology leadership in the fracking industry, brings significant expertise to his role as Energy Secretary[1][4].
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