EO 14162
Putting America First in International Environmental Agreements
Energy & EnvironmentForeign PolicyGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order directs the United States to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and other United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change agreements, halts U.S. financial commitments under international climate finance initiatives, and requires federal agencies to revoke or rescind policies implementing the International Climate Finance Plan.
Key Points
- 1Instructs the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations to immediately submit formal notification of U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement on climate change
- 2Orders cessation or revocation of all U.S. financial commitments under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and rescinds the U.S. International Climate Finance Plan
- 3Directs multiple federal agencies (State Department, Treasury, Commerce, EPA, USAID, and others) to revoke or rescind climate-related policies and programs previously implemented
- 4Establishes that future international energy agreements should prioritize economic efficiency and American prosperity over environmental objectives
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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