US states and cities sue over Trump EPA’s repeal of emissions rules
Democratic-led coalition says gutting key protections will set US back decades and worsen climate crisisStates and cities sued the Trump administration on Thursday for repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural
The lawsuit filed by a Democratic-led coalition of US states and cities against the Trump administration's repeal of emissions rules for power plants is a significant development in the ongoing climate crisis. The repeal of these rules, which limit greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants, is expected to worsen the climate crisis and set the US back decades in terms of emissions reductions.
This move is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to roll back environmental regulations, and it has significant implications for the US energy sector. The power sector is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions in the US, and the repeal of these rules will likely lead to increased emissions and exacerbate the climate crisis. The lawsuit highlights the ongoing tension between the federal government and states and cities that are committed to reducing emissions and addressing the climate crisis.
What's next to watch is how the courts respond to this lawsuit and whether the repeal of the emissions rules will be upheld. Additionally, the outcome of the 2020 presidential election and the subsequent policy decisions will likely have a significant impact on the future of US climate policy, including the fate of the emissions rules and the broader effort to address the climate crisis. The industry should also be watching for potential shifts in state and local policies, as cities and states may pursue their own emissions reduction targets and regulations in the absence of federal action.
Originally reported by theguardian.com. ClimateNews adds analysis for climate & energy readers.