Known For
Wright is renowned for launching the hydraulic fracture mapping industry and fueling the U.S. shale revolution, now applying that innovation to national energy security as DOE head.
About
Nominated by President Trump in November 2024 and Senate-confirmed in February 2025, Wright leads the Department of Energy with a track record of pioneering hydraulic fracture mapping at Pinnacle Technologies and expanding shale oil and gas as CEO of Liberty Energy. His expertise spans nuclear, solar, and geothermal, including efforts to revive domestic uranium enrichment and counter Russian dependence. While rooted in Colorado and now based in Washington, D.C., Wright's federal strategies on hurricane-resilient grids and natural gas pipelines directly fortify South Florida's energy infrastructure against storms and rising demands.
