7 Energy and Environment Executive Orders President Trump Should Revoke for a Greener Future

On Monday, President Donald Trump will begin his second term. His first order of business will likely be to reverse some of the energy and environmental policies set by President Joe Biden. Let’s take a look at seven key executive orders that Trump might consider revoking right away.

1) Protecting Public Health and the Environment (January 20, 2021): This order was among the first actions taken by Biden. It canceled the Keystone XL pipeline permit and initiated a focus on the social cost of greenhouse gases.

2) Tackling the Climate Crisis (January 27, 2021): This extensive order pushed for a government-wide approach to combat climate change. It also rejoined the Paris Agreement and set ambitious conservation goals for lands and oceans.

3) Climate Related Financial Risk (May 20, 2021): This directive aimed to assess and manage climate-related financial risks affecting federal programs and assets, focusing on how these risks impact lending and procurement.

4) Strengthening American Leadership in Clean Cars (August 5, 2021): This order set a goal for 50% of new cars to be zero-emission vehicles by 2030. It aimed to transition away from gas-powered cars toward electric alternatives.

5) Catalyzing Clean Energy (December 8, 2021): This policy focused on achieving net-zero emissions for federal operations by 2050, with several ambitious targets for renewable energy and electric vehicle procurement.

6) Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (September 12, 2022): This order defined the priorities for implementing the Inflation Reduction Act, particularly focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions significantly by 2030.

7) Revitalizing Environmental Justice (April 21, 2023): This order aims to further the Biden administration’s vision of environmental justice, but it has been criticized for potentially limiting energy choices for low-income families.

Trump faces a significant task in reversing these policies. He will need to act quickly to address any harmful regulations that have become part of how the government functions. While the challenges are notable, there’s also an opportunity to promote energy independence and sensible environmental measures that prioritize American prosperity.