Rick Perry Sworn as 14th Secretary of US energy Department

Rick Perry, the former Texas Governor sworn as the 14th Secretary of the United states Department of Energy on March 2,2017.

On this Occasion he said that It is an honour and privilege to serve as the Secretary of the Department of Energy. As Secretary, he will advocate and promote American energy in all forms. America has been blessed with vast natural resources and the technology to utilize them. He is committed to helping provide stable, reliable, affordable, and secure sources of American energy. An American first energy strategy is important to create jobs and grow the economy.

He further said that he is also committed for maintaining a safe, secure and effective nuclear deterrent while reducing the threat of nuclear proliferation. He will also continue the important mission of carrying out the environmental clean-up from the Cold War nuclear mission.

During his 14 years tenure, Texas created 2.2 million jobs. Texas led the nation in energy production — not just in oil and gas, but also in wind energy. Texas now produces more wind energy than all but six countries in the world.

Under his leadership, Texas reduced its carbon footprint by 17%, reduced sulphur dioxide by 56%, and nitrogen oxide by 66%. Despite having a rapidly growing population and one of the largest petrochemical refining industries in the world, Texas saw its air quality improve.

Video: Secretary Rick Perry addressed Department of Energy employees for the first time on Friday, March 3. (Source: U.S. Department of Energy)