Declaring a National Energy Emergency

What it means

This order declares a national energy emergency, citing inadequate domestic energy production and infrastructure. It directs federal agencies to use emergency powers to expedite energy projects and bypass certain environmental regulations. The order specifically targets increasing energy supply in the Northeast and West Coast.

Expected impact

• Faster approval of oil, gas, and other energy infrastructure projects through emergency permitting
• Potential bypassing of environmental protections in the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act
• Increased domestic energy production and possible expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure
• Likely legal challenges from environmental groups and states with strong climate policies
• Possible decrease in energy prices if production increases significantly