January 20, 2017

Following his inauguration on January 20, President Trump’s administration released the America First Energy Plan. The energy plan emphasizes economic stimulation, national security, and environmental health.

The plan centers on lowering energy costs and removing dependence on foreign oil through increased use of American resources.  It calls for a “shale oil and gas revolution” focus and developing resources on federal lands. President Trump’s administration intends to revive the coal industry via clean coal technology. To address terrorism, the plan dictates an energy relationship with Gulf allies.

Finally, President Trump’s energy policy calls for the removal of regulations affecting the energy industry, including the Climate Action Plan and the Waters of the U.S. Rule. These Obama administration actions mandate reduced greenhouse gas emissions and expand the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) jurisdiction. In place of these initiatives, the Trump Administration’s plan proposes refocusing the EPA’s primary mission towards protecting air and water.

Sources: White House Office of the Press Secretary, The Environmental Protection Agency