Summary

Summary of Executive Order on International Environmental Agreements

Purpose

• The executive order aims to balance economic growth and job retention for American citizens while leading international environmental efforts.
• It emphasizes the U.S. record of improving economic and environmental conditions simultaneously.
• The order critiques recent international agreements for not aligning with U.S. values and for redirecting taxpayer funds to countries deemed not in need.

Policy

• The administration intends to prioritize U.S. interests in developing and negotiating international agreements, avoiding undue burdens on the American economy.

Actions Taken

1. Withdrawal from the Paris Agreement:

• The U.S. Ambassador to the UN is directed to formally notify withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.

2. Withdrawal from Other International Agreements:

• Similar notifications will be sent regarding any other agreements made under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.

3. Revocation of Financial Commitments:

• Cessation of any financial commitments made under the UN Framework.

4. Rescission of the International Climate Finance Plan:

• This plan, along with related frozen funds, will be rescinded.

5. Reports Required:

• Various cabinet secretaries are tasked with reporting actions taken to revoke policies advancing the Climate Finance Plan.

6. Energy Policy Focus:

• Future international energy agreements will emphasize economic efficiency and American prosperity.

Expected Impact

• The order aims to relieve constraints on the U.S. economy from international commitments.
• It seeks to focus government efforts on policies that align with American economic interests and environmental strategies that are deemed beneficial to the U.S.