CleanTechnica•6 months ago
Donald Trump Forgoes Enforcement of Toxic Coal Ash
- •The EPA, under Donald Trump, granted a 33-month extension for polluters to clean up coal ash dump sites, doubling the previously proposed extension.
- •This policy change significantly relaxes environmental enforcement regarding coal ash, delaying compliance obligations for coal-fired power plants.
- •The extension reduces immediate compliance costs for existing coal generators, potentially prolonging their operational lifespan and affecting the economic competitiveness of new, cleaner generation sources for developers and large loads.
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