US ends ‘costly’ pursuit of net zero future in pivot toward Trump’s energy dominance goal

In his first directive, Energy Secretary Chris Wright asserts net zero policies raise energy costs for Americans, threaten grid reliability, and undermine energy and national security

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright.Photo: REUTERS/SCANPIX
Published 7 February 2025, 08:57Updated 7 February 2025, 08:57
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