Coal plants emitted more pollution during the last government shutdown, while regulators were furloughed
Pollution increased when the EPA stopped watching and returned to normal once inspections resumed.
Tag: power plants
Report: Florida utilities ‘slow to move off fossil fuels,’ risking climate goals
The Sierra Club graded 75 utilities on their plans to cut coal and gas, with most Florida utilities scoring poorly.
Trump reversed policies supporting electric vehicles − it will affect the road to clean electricity, too
Encouraging EV adoption is better for the climate than many people expect, leading to lower-emitting power sources.
Communities pay the price for ‘free’ AI tools
AI data centers produce massive noise pollution, use huge amounts of water and keep us hooked on fossil fuels.
How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it
Turning air conditioners into an asset for the grid helps the transition from fossil fuels to cleaner energy.
Trump’s EPA is attacking its own power to fight climate change
The EPA proposed repealing a finding that allows it to limit greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles and other sources.
Solar power provides a safer bet for Florida than small nuclear reactors
Solar can play a much greater role in meeting Florida’s energy needs and reducing the carbon footprint of our utilities.
How the end of carbon capture could spark a new industrial revolution
Carbon capture offered an expensive Band-Aid on old technology.
Your electric bill may be paying for big data centers’ energy use
Utilities are competing to provide electricity to these facilities by offering discounts not available to average consumers.
How poisonous mercury can get from coal-fired power plants into the fish you eat
The Trump administrating plans to weaken EPA emissions rules meant to lower the risk