EPA Emissions Controls Rollback on Power Plants

Proposed

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed rolling back emissions standards for coal- and gas-fired power plants, which were mandated to reduce emissions by 90% by the early 2030s under the Biden administration. The rollback targets regulations including the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) rule, aiming to reduce controls on mercury and other toxic air pollutants. The EPA claims the U.S. power sector does not significantly contribute to global air pollution, despite being the second-largest source of U.S. emissions. The proposal is part of a broader effort to limit the EPA's ability to regulate carbon dioxide emissions and revive the coal industry.