US set to scrap landmark finding that sets limit on carbon emission
Summary
The US government plans to repeal the "Endangerment Finding," a rule that allows the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to set limits on greenhouse gas emissions. This change could weaken efforts to control pollution and climate change in the US and is expected to face legal challenges.Key Facts
- The "Endangerment Finding" is a rule from 2009 that lets the EPA limit pollution from greenhouse gases.
- Greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide are linked to climate change and are considered harmful to the environment.
- The US is a major contributor to global emissions, second only to China, and emits more per person.
- The repeal is led by the Trump administration, which argues that current regulations hurt economic growth.
- EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin will announce the repeal plan in Indiana.
- The rule change will go through a public comment period and interagency review.
- Legal experts expect the rule change to be contested in court.
- If successful, the repeal will immediately remove rules on vehicle emissions.
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