During a recent interview, President Biden indicated that he has effectively treated climate change as a national emergency, even though he has not made a formal announcement to that effect.

The declaration of a national climate emergency holds specific executive powers that the president can utilize in relation to climate change.

These powers encompass a range of actions, including utilizing the Defense Production Act to extend loans for the advancement of environmentally friendly energy sources and preventing oil exports, as experts previously highlighted in discussions with The Hill last year.

In an interview broadcasted on Wednesday by The Weather Channel, President Biden was questioned about his readiness to declare a national climate emergency, The Hill reported.

In response, he asserted that he had already taken such measures. He pointed out accomplishments such as increased land conservation and the rejoining of the Paris Climate Accord, hinting at legislative achievements as well.

When further probed about whether he had explicitly declared a national climate emergency, President Biden indicated that he had done so in practice and in practical terms.

However, it’s important to note that the White House has not made an official announcement regarding this declaration.

President Biden appeared poised to make such an announcement last year, particularly during a period when discussions about his climate, tax, and healthcare bill were at a standstill.

Written by staff