The EPA is moving to repeal rules aimed at reducing emissions from power plants. If finalized, this would roll back regulations designed to cut greenhouse gases and other pollutants.
EPA is proposing to repeal the 2015 emissions standards for new fossil fuel-fired power plants issued during the Obama-Biden Administration, and the 2024 rule for new and existing fossil fuel-fired power plants issued during the Biden-Harris Administration.
The agency argues the previous rules overstepped legal authority, and are inhibiting affordable and reliable electricity generation for things like manufacturing and data centers. Critics warn this could slow progress on climate action.
The question remains: should the U.S. strengthen or relax power plant emissions rules?
