U.S. energy chief says IEA must 'drop' focus on climate change

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has urged the International Energy Agency (IEA) to shift its focus away from climate change initiatives. This call for reform comes in the wake of Wright's previous threats to withdraw the U.S. from the IEA, an organization established in 1974 to coordinate global responses to oil supply disruptions following the 1973 oil crisis. Wright argues that the IEA should prioritize energy security and supply stability over environmental concerns, reflecting a broader trend within the U.S. administration that favors traditional energy sources. His statement highlights the ongoing tensions between energy policies aimed at combating climate change and those designed to ensure immediate energy availability. This shift in focus could have significant implications for international energy cooperation and climate commitments, particularly as countries grapple with balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability in the wake of global energy challenges.