Uncovering false narratives and institutionalized deceptions is critical to building a responsible and informed future for energy and the built environment. Policies and practices must be based on facts and data, not fearmongering, corrupt quid pro quo politics, or hollow posturing. And the reality is, there is no “national energy emergency,” nor is there inadequate electric generating capacity, or a dangerous reliance on foreign energy. President Trump’s energy emergency executive order, based on fossil fuel lobbying and media-driven claims, crumbles when faced with actual data…