The American Petroleum Institute (API) has expressed support for a recent executive order signed by President Trump. The order directs the Department of Justice to protect American energy from what are termed "climate superfunds." API's Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Ryan Meyers, said, "We welcome President Trump's action to hold states like New York and California accountable for pursuing unconstitutional efforts that illegally penalize U.S. oil and natural gas producers for delivering the energy American consumers rely on every day."
Meyers further noted that the directive aims to restore the rule of law and ensure that activist-driven campaigns do not hinder access to affordable and reliable energy supplies in the nation.
API represents various segments of the U.S. natural gas and oil industry, supporting nearly 11 million jobs. The organization has about 600 members who produce, process, and distribute most of the nation's energy. These members also participate in API Energy Excellence, which promotes environmental and safety progress through new technologies and transparent reporting.
Founded in 1919 as a standards-setting body, API has developed over 800 standards to enhance operational safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
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