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US rolls back emissions limits on coal and gas power plants

The US has removed restrictions on harmful emissions from coal and gas power plants, reversing prior environmental regulations. Environmentalists warn of increased health risks. This policy shift signals a rollback of climate and air-quality protections, likely boosting fossil-fuel generation but raising regulatory and litigation uncertainty.

The Insider2 days agoUSCredibility 57%View source

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#emissions #coal #natural gas #environmental regulation #power plants #climate policy

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activeClimateEnergy5h ago

US EPA Rescinds Power Plant Emissions Regulations, Reversing Climate Policy

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has confirmed the rescission of federal greenhouse gas and carbon emission limits for coal and gas power plants, reversing Obama-era climate policy. This action is expected to increase US emissions and faces immediate legal challenges from environmental groups. The full impact on energy markets and actual emissions remains uncertain due to pending litigation and potential state-level responses.

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activePoliticsJustice4h ago