DEVELOPING: Energy Dept. Bans Climate Change Vocabulary from Official Communications

Breaking News: Energy Dept. Bans Climate Change Vocabulary from Official Communications The Department of Energy has instructed employees to avoid using certain words, including "climate change" and "green", in official communications. The directive was sent via email to staff at the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy on September 30. According to an internal email obtained by NPR, employees were told to refrain from using terms such as "sustainable" and "renewable energy". This move has sparked immediate concern among experts and advocates for climate action. The directive is seen as a significant shift in the department's language and tone regarding climate change. The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is responsible for funding clean energy technology research, including solar and wind power, hydrogen fuel cell technology, and geothermal energy. With a budget of $3.46 billion in fiscal year 2023, this directive has significant implications for the department's messaging and priorities. It remains unclear what prompted this change or how it will be implemented. The Energy Department has denied that employees were told to avoid specific terms, but the email obtained by NPR confirms otherwise. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*