Pushes for Immediate Restart of Pipeline Construction
Promises Fast-Track Approvals for Energy Projects
Environmental and Legal Hurdles Persist
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged TC Energy (now South Bow Energy) to revive the Keystone XL Pipeline project, promising swift approvals if re-elected. The pipeline, designed to transport 830,000 barrels of crude oil daily from Alberta, Canada, to U.S. refineries, was canceled in 2021 after President Biden revoked its permits due to environmental concerns.
Trump argues the project would boost jobs and energy security, while critics warn it could worsen climate change and lead to legal battles. Despite the original developer abandoning it, Trump remains committed to fast-tracking its return. The pipeline’s future now hinges on political and regulatory shifts.