Map Shows States With Most Coal Plants as EPA May Repeal Major Climate Rule
Summary
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) may repeal a Biden-era rule that limits greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants. This change would impact states with many coal plants, while the EPA and fossil fuel supporters say it could lower costs and boost energy production.Key Facts
- The EPA plans to repeal a climate rule limiting emissions from coal and natural gas plants.
- Over 200 coal power plants operate in the U.S.; Pennsylvania has the most with 13 plants.
- Coal use in the U.S. has decreased over 20 years, but the country is still a top coal producer.
- Some states, like New York and Oregon, have no coal power plants.
- EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin supports the repeal as a way to reduce costs and increase energy output.
- Experts warn the repeal could worsen air quality and cause thousands of premature deaths and health problems.
- The American Coal Council supports the repeal, saying coal provides reliable power for homes and businesses.
- Previous EPA changes this year also removed some requirements for vehicle emissions reporting.
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