Bruce Westerman, Republican Congressman from Arkansas and chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, dives into the energy and climate policies reshaping the U.S. following the Republican trifecta. He discusses the future of the Inflation Reduction Act and explores pathways for permitting reform, particularly regarding geothermal energy and mining. Westerman emphasizes the crucial role of forests in environmental health and advocates for sustainable management practices. He also reflects on how post-election dynamics can energize collaboration to advance energy legislation.