On Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order (EO) declaring a National Energy Emergency, aiming to enhance domestic energy resource development and critical minerals capacity. The EO could expedite federal permitting and approval processes for a variety of energy infrastructure projects, although the definition of “Energy” and “Energy Resources” excludes certain renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydrogen, from its scope.
National Energy Emergency Declaration May Accelerate Traditional Energy Infrastructure Projects
