Press Releases

WASHINGTON DC (2/14/25) – This week the American Energy Alliance joined with over 50 free-market groups and organizations to urge Congress to scrap the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) Green New Deal provisions.

Our letter warns that IRA subsidies will push the U.S. away from reliable energy (natural gas, oil, and coal) toward unreliable sources (wind, solar), threatening grid stability and driving up costs.

The coalition makes clear that these policies undermine energy...

WASHINGTON DC (2/12/25) – On the heels of President Trump’s announcement aimed at eliminating the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicle purchases, news broke last night that automakers have hit Capitol Hill to lobby against the tax credit’s termination. 

 AEA President Thomas Pyle issued the following statement: 

"Automakers took a risk on electric vehicles that ultimately didn't pay off, relying on government regulations and mandates to create a market that never...

WASHINGTON DC (2/4/25) – The U.S. Senate has confirmed three key nominees to serve in President Donald Trump’s administration, marking a significant step forward in advancing the administration’s energy and natural resource policies. As part of our American Energy Scorecard, the American Energy Alliance will score the confirmation votes for each nominee.  

Tom Pyle, President of the American Energy Alliance, issued the following statement on the confirmations:

“Today marks a...

WASHINGTON DC (1/20/25) – On his first day in office, President Trump began the long process of reversing the Biden administration’s war on American energy by issuing several executive orders and directives related to energy. President Trump’s “Day One” agenda includes withdrawing from the Paris Agreement under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and revoking the U.S. International Climate Finance Plan. He also rescinded several  Biden-era executive...

WASHINGTON DC (1/15/24) – Former Congressman Lee Zeldin will appear before the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works this week to consider his nomination for EPA Administrator. This role will be critical in helping President Trump reshape U.S. energy policy and ending President Biden's EV mandates. We offer these seven suggested questions for Senators to consider asking Congressman Zeldin during his confirmation hearing:

1. A repeated theme in environmental policy has...

WASHINGTON DC (1/4/24) Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright will appear before the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee this week to consider his nomination for Energy Secretary. Mr. Wright will play a critical role in helping President Trump reshape U.S. energy policy, especially in cleaning up the mess being left behind by the Biden administration at the Department of Energy. Here are a few questions Senators may want to consider asking Mr. Wright during his upcoming hearing:

WASHINGTON DC (1/13/25) – North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum will appear before the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee tomorrow to consider his nomination for Secretary of the Department of the Interior. Given the critical role this position will have as part of President Trump’s energy team, and in shaping U.S. energy policy, we have prepared some suggested questions for his nomination hearing.

1. The Biden-Harris administration was much more extreme than even the...

WASHINGTON DC (12/18/24) – Today, the Biden-Harris administration announced it will grant the State of California permission to move forward with its ban on gas-powered cars and light trucks. Earlier this year, our partner organization, the Institute for Energy Research, filed an amicus brief in a case challenging the legality of such a waiver.

Tom Pyle, President of the American Energy Alliance, issued the following statement:

WASHINGTON DC (12/17/24)– American Energy Alliance President Thomas Pyle released the following statement today following the release of the Department of Energy’s report on liquified natural gas (LNG) exports: 

"This latest analysis of LNG exports fundamentally misrepresents the economic and environmental benefits of America’s global leadership in energy production. The study epitomizes four years of misguided energy policy that has consistently undermined American energy...

WASHINGTON DC (11/26/24) – American Energy Alliance President Thomas Pyle issued the following statement today on the leaders President-elect Trump has nominated to comprise his energy team:

“Throughout his campaign, President Trump expressed his unwavering commitment to American energy, and his selections show how serious he is about unlocking our country’s resource potential. He has chosen strong candidates to comprise his energy team, all of which should instill confidence in...