EPA seeks to end regulation of power plant greenhouse gas emissions
The US Environmental Protection Agency announced plans to stop regulating greenhouse gas pollution from power plants in a move that would erase limits set by the Biden administration.
Agency proposes ending emission rules
The EPA is attempting to rescind a policy requiring power plants to eliminate most emissions by 2039. Officials argue the agency cannot regulate these emissions under the Clean Air Act based on claims that greenhouse gases do not harm public health. This action follows the elimination of the Endangerment Finding in February.
Potential impact on future laws
If successful, this precedent could prevent future generations from regulating emissions from power sources. Researchers at the UN warn that greenhouse gas emissions pose a risk of causing severe weather events. The current administration has made several moves to render the EPA less effective regarding climate change threats.
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