Trump Names Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy

Nov 16, 2024, 09:30 PM

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Chris Wright, CEO of Colorado-based Liberty Energy, to serve as Secretary of Energy and as a member of the newly formed Council of National Energy. Wright, a fossil fuel executive and campaign donor, leads one of the world's largest fracking services companies. His appointment, announced on Saturday, signals the administration's intent to loosen restrictions on the fossil fuel industry and increase oil and gas production. Wright is known for his opposition to climate policies and has described climate change activism as 'alarmist.' Harold Hamm, a Trump donor and energy adviser, recently identified Wright as his top choice for the position. The Department of Energy oversees the nation's energy policies, including the development and maintenance of nuclear weapons.