Trump’s EPA reportedly poised to axe carbon pollution rules for power plants
Summary
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to officially end rules that limit carbon pollution from coal and gas power plants. This change, led by the Trump administration, could make it harder for future administrations to control greenhouse gas emissions from these plants.Key Facts
- The EPA plans to repeal carbon pollution standards for coal- and gas-fired power plants.
- This decision is expected to be announced during the G20 energy ministers’ meeting in Houston, Texas.
- The repeal could face legal challenges but might reduce the EPA’s power to regulate climate emissions in the future.
- Environmental groups strongly oppose the move, saying it harms public health and the environment.
- The Trump administration has been working to remove environmental rules to support oil and gas industries.
- The current carbon rules were designed to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 1 billion metric tons by 2047.
- The electricity sector creates about 25% of the greenhouse gases in the United States.
- The EPA is also considering removing the official government finding that greenhouse gases from power plants are a threat to health and the environment.
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