President Donald Trump will name U.S. Department of Energy official Wells Griffith to the National Economic Council as a top energy aide, according to reports.

Citing a White House official, E&E News reported that the president's decision would position Griffith as a primary adviser on energy and environmental issues.

According to the DOE, Griffith currently holds the position of Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Affairs. He also reportedly helped facilitate a trade agreement to export Pennsylvania coal to Ukraine.