President Donald J. Trump hasannounced the revocation of federal greenhouse emissions legislation enacted under the previous administration, citing economic growth, energy independence, and regulatory reform as central priorities of his administration.

In a statement from the White House, the President said the action will “eliminate burdensome regulations that have driven up energy costs for American families, restricted domestic production, and disadvantaged U.S. manufacturers on the global stage.”

The revoked legislation had established expanded federal emissions standards targeting power plants, automotive manufacturers, and industrial facilities, with the stated goal of reducing nationwide greenhouse gas output over the next decade.

Administration officials emphasized that the move is intended to:

• Strengthen domestic energy production, including oil, natural gas, and coal
• Reduce compliance costs for manufacturers and small businesses
• Lower consumer energy prices
• Return regulatory authority to states

“American workers and businesses deserve policies that put jobs and affordability first,” the President said. “We will continue to pursue clean air and clean water through innovation—not heavy-handed mandates.”

According to senior policy advisors, the administration will pursue a revised environmental strategy focused on voluntary emissions reductions, public-private partnerships, and investments in next-generation energy technologies. Officials indicated that the Environmental Protection Agency will begin a formal rulemaking process to unwind existing regulations in accordance with federal law.

Reaction from industry groups was largely supportive, with several organizations stating the decision will improve competitiveness and reduce operational uncertainty. Environmental advocacy groups, however, expressed concern about potential long-term climate and public health impacts.

The administration stated it will work with Congress and state governments to ensure a “balanced, pro-growth, and commonsense” approach to environmental policy moving forward.

Nonprofit advocacy organization Ceres is mobilizing their network of institutional investors and Fortune 500 companies to demand that the EPA maintain its authority to limit pollution.

A spokesperson commented:
"By overturning this cornerstone policy, the administration is discarding 17 years of scientific consensus and market certainty. For the industries Ceres works with every day—from automotive to energy to manufacturing—this repeal is a blow to the stable policy environment required for long-term investment and global competitiveness."