(VitalNews.org) – Shocking many conservatives, the CEO of Exxon Mobil has advised President-elect Donald Trump to stay in the Paris Climate Agreement.
Speaking at the U.N. climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, CEO Darren Woods emphasized the need for “a global system for managing global emissions.”
He suggested that Trump could apply “common sense” to climate policies, a statement that has left many conservatives scratching their heads.
The oil giant’s CEO went on to express concerns about the “inefficiency and uncertainty” that would come if the U.S. exits the Paris Agreement once again.
However, conservatives remember that Trump’s decision to withdraw from the accord was a bold move to protect American jobs and energy independence.
“I don’t think the stops and starts are good for businesses. It’s extremely inefficient and creates a lot of uncertainty,” Woods said.
A spokesperson for the oil giant said, “A second U.S. exit from the Paris climate agreement would have profound implications for the country’s efforts to reduce its own emissions and for global efforts to combat climate change.”
“We advocate for policy that accounts for security, affordability, reliability and environmental stewardship – not drastic changes that could hinder the progress being made today,” the spokesperson added.
ExxonMobil claims to have supported the Paris Agreement since 2015, raising questions about its long-term strategy.
The company has invested heavily in carbon capture technology, spending $5 billion on Denbury Resources and signing deals with various industries.
While ExxonMobil pushes for global standards to measure carbon emissions, Trump’s plans include withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, reversing Joe Biden’s job-killing climate initiatives and expanding oil production.
These pro-America policies are exactly what put the U.S. on the path to energy independence during Trump’s first term.
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: the fight for America’s energy future is far from over.
Trump’s decision to appoint Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency signals a return to environmental policies that put American interests first.
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