Modernizing policies to empower people in all levels of government and in the private sector to take care of America’s forests will save lives and livelihoods, protect the environment, reduce costs to the taxpayer and lessen overall damages American on the economy.
Author: Nick Loris
East Palestine Environmental Crisis: Focus on Containment, Clean-Up, and Causation
Policymakers must remain united and committed in their support for East Palestine and other affected communities.
Texas Grid Proposal Should Bolster Reliability, Protect Consumers
As ERCOT attempts to iron out the specifics of its market redesign, affordability and reliability must be of the utmost concern.
A Green Trade War Isn’t Good for Consumers or the Planet
With the rising cost of minerals and the sticker price of EVs higher than their gas-consuming counterparts, lawmakers should look to reduce barriers and avoid protectionist policies.
Without Regulatory Reform, Biden’s Climate Victory Lap Will Face Roadblocks
With the right reforms, Congress and the administration can empower American energy producers to lower costs for families and businesses, diversify the world’s energy portfolio, and make progress toward climate targets.
COP27 Needs More than Doomism
Communicating the urgency to address climate change is one thing, but unfounded doomism is counterproductive.
President Biden is Right. America Needs Meaningful Permitting Reform
In a few short months, the United States will have a new Congress. Their top priority should be permitting reform.
One Simple Policy Fix to Spur More Research, Development, and Innovation
R&D is fundamental for American competitiveness, meeting the world’s energy needs, and addressing the risks that climate change poses.
Countering OPEC+ Requires a Change in Posture and Policy
Rather than casting misplaced blame, the way for President Biden to give consumers confidence and to combat OPEC+ is to empower American energy producers and innovators.
Time for Big Tent Permitting Reform
It’s time for policymakers to be bold and thorough so that innovators, investors, and the private sector can meet consumers’ needs with better environmental outcomes.