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U.S. Energy Secretary Threatens IEA Withdrawal Over Climate Focus

2/18/2026

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U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright expressed dissatisfaction with reforms at the International Energy Agency at a February 17, 2026 conference in Paris.
Wright said the United States does not require a net-zero scenario from the IEA.
He warned Washington could withdraw from the IEA if the agency keeps focusing heavily on climate issues.

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U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright expressed dissatisfaction with reforms at the International Energy Agency at a February 17, 2026 conference in Paris.
Wright said the United States does not require a net-zero scenario from the IEA.
He warned Washington could withdraw from the IEA if the agency keeps focusing heavily on climate issues.