Union of Concerned Scientists
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Even when accounting for pollution from electricity generation, electric trucks can significantly reduce air pollution and get us on a better track to addressing climate change.
Union of Concerned Scientists
JANUARY 10, 2024
Even as some parts of the country transition away from fossil fuel infrastructure, the retirement of gas plants has become another driver of inequity. California recently extended , for the second time, the operations of three gas plants to 2026. Most notable of these polluting emissions are nitrogen oxides (NOx).
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Union of Concerned Scientists
AUGUST 17, 2023
cranks its air conditioners to get through historic high temperatures , the need for energy that slows, not hastens, climate change is more apparent than ever. Yet, in 2022, almost 40% of electricity in the US was generated by power plants fueled by natural gas. I’ll be using the term “gas” from here on out.)
PA Environment Daily
MARCH 15, 2023
The final rule will improve air quality for millions of people living in downwind communities, saving thousands of lives, keeping people out of the hospital, preventing asthma attacks, and reducing sick days.
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Shell Polymers Monaca started operating just over a year ago but has since stumbled through continued production delays, blown past air pollution limits, and racked up more than two dozen technical malfunctions. Related Articles - Shell Petrochemical Plant: -- DEP: Shell Petrochemical Plant Pays Additional $2,671,044.75
Legal Planet
APRIL 24, 2023
When the Biden Administration ramped up fuel efficiency requirements through 2026, ideologues such as the Heartland Institute and states like Texas were quick to wheel out this attack. No doubt the same attack will be made on the Administration ambitious proposed post-2026 standard. But the resemblance ends there.
Law Columbia
AUGUST 22, 2022
Several provisions – a few of which are directly available to local governments – can additionally help address local air pollution and other inequitable impacts to vulnerable communities. States, Indian tribes, and air pollution control agencies are also eligible for funding. Second, $11.97
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