Trump Plans Executive Orders for 'Energy Dominance', Boosting U.S. Fossil Fuels and LNG Exports

Jan 14, 2025, 04:26 PM

President-elect Donald Trump is set to implement a series of executive orders aimed at enhancing U.S. fossil fuel production and reversing policies introduced by his predecessor. Trump's agenda includes overturning offshore drilling bans, resuming approvals for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, and rolling back electric vehicle (EV) emissions rules. These actions are part of Trump's broader promise to maximize U.S. oil and natural gas production, which is already at record highs, by eliminating what he considers unnecessary regulations and bureaucracy. The Wall Street Journal, citing lobbyists, reported that Trump plans to instruct agencies to begin unwinding President Biden's limits on drilling offshore and on federal land. Trump's moves are expected to be announced shortly after his inauguration, signaling a shift towards what he terms 'energy dominance'.