EPA Repeals Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rules for Power Plants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has repealed rules that limit greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas, citing a desire to 'unleash American energy.' The move is expected to remove over $300 billion in costs for the industry.

EPA officials claim this change will allow utilities to make decisions based on what's best for their ratepayers, rather than being forced to close aging or inefficient plants. However, environmental and public health groups have condemned the decision as 'dangerous' and vowed to challenge it in court.

The rules targeted by Trump's EPA could prevent an estimated 30,000 deaths and save $275 billion each year they are in effect. The repeal also means higher emissions of greenhouse gases, driving Earth's warming to deadlier levels.