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In a win for clean air and climate, Supreme Court rejects initial attempt to block carbon pollution standards for power plants
The Supreme Court declined to block EPA’s rules setting carbon pollution guidelines for existing coal-fired, and performance standards for new gas-fired power plants.
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Supreme Court rejects emergency applications, clearing the way for important public health protections
The Supreme Court denied applications for a stay of EPA’s Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Technology Review rule.
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Confirmation Hearings of the European Commissioners-Designate – CATF’s Key Questions
Introduction As the new legislative term begins, the EU institutions are set to define the direction and priorities for EU climate policy for the next five years. This is a critical opportunity to reassess the current approach, identify remaining gaps, and determine next steps to achieve climate neutrality, ensure a…
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Decarbonizing the U.S. power sector: Progress and opportunities
To meet its decarbonization goals, the U.S. will need to reduce grid emissions while building a strong electricity grid to connect new, low-carbon energy sources.
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Victory for clean air as D.C. Circuit refuses to block stricter standards for hazardous air emissions from power plants
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit has denied attempts to delay the U.S. EPA stricter regulations for hazardous air pollutants.
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Two key ways EPA can fast track air permitting reforms to advance cleaner, low-carbon technologies
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules are essential to decarbonize the U.S. economy and meet national climate goals.
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D.C. Circuit declines to stall carbon pollution standards for power plants in preliminary win for clean air and climate
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit denied attempts to block U.S. EPA’s rules setting carbon pollution limits for power plants.
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Advocating for climate and clean air rules after a Supreme Court power grab
The Supreme Court issued a string of decisions expressing remarkable hostility to federal regulatory agencies and public health protections.
