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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on May 9, 2024, finalized its Standards and Guidelines for Fossil Fuel-Fired Power Plants. The rule, which would require aggressive reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from conventional power plants, has already prompted 27 states and industry groups to file suit to block implementation. Challengers moved for an immediate stay of implementation on May 13, 2024. #EPArule #ClimateAction #PowerPlantEmissions

The #EPA has finalized its standards and guidelines for reducing #GHG #emissions from conventional #powerplants, but it's already facing dozens of #legal challenges from states and industry groups. The rule aims to address #climate #pollution from existing coal-fired plants and ensure new plants achieve compliant #emissionsreductions. Read about the developments in our latest environment alert. #environmentallaw   Emily Lieban | Brian C. Bunger

EPA Drops Existing Gas-Fired Plants from Contentious Power Plant GHG Rule—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will drop requirements covering existing natural gas-fired power plants in its final Section 111 rule regulating power sector greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which is expected in April. The decision is significant for grid #reliability, #flexibility, and #dispatchability. #EPA #carbonrule #GHG https://lnkd.in/eZvrVzb2

EPA to Strengthen Emissions Regs for Gas Power Plants: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is delaying new emissions restrictions for existing natural gas-fired power plants to rework them. https://lnkd.in/e2Y8JYcY #naturalgas #cncmachining #metal3dprinting #LNG #powderbedfusion #cleanenergy

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s recent introduction of stringent environmental regulations is set to profoundly impact the energy sector, particularly focusing on fossil fuel-fired power plants. The new regulations include the GHG, Effluent Limitation Guidelines (ELG), and Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) rules, each imposing significant compliance demands and operational shifts. Key changes include revised CO2 emission standards and advanced water treatment requirements, alongside tighter mercury and air toxics limits. As these rules reshape the landscape of U.S. energy production, Energy Ventures Analysis, Inc. offers expert guidance to help stakeholders adapt strategically to these pivotal transformations. Read more at https://lnkd.in/g8hNDNHx #environmentalpolicy #carbon #climate #EPA #GHG

UPDATE: The #EPA’s approach to regulating #GHGs from the “entire fleet of natural gas-fired turbines” will entail three separate proposals in addition to the final Section 111 rule expected in April, POWER has learned. #gasturbines -A New Proposal for Emission Guidelines for GHG Emissions From Existing Gas-Fired Power Plants -An Eight-Year Review of the Criteria Pollutant New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Combustion Turbines -A Proposed Revision to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Combustion Turbines—New and Existing Sources While a timeframe for the approach is unclear, it may be more stringent, covering “more pollutants including climate, toxic and criteria air pollution.” Details in the story below: https://lnkd.in/gNVDSPcU

On March 7, in response to POWER’s queries, the #EPA said its approach to regulating the “entire fleet of natural gas-fired turbines” will entail three separate proposals “moving forward in parallel.” Along with a new proposal for GHG emission guidelines for existing gas power, the EPA is developing a review of Subpart KKKK, a 2006 NSPS rule that sets NOx standards for combustion turbines, and a revision of National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for combustion turbines that will include existing units. Details here: https://lnkd.in/gNVDSPcU #gasturbines #regulation #GHG

Energy Ventures Analysis, Inc. looks into the new suite of environmental policies from US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), check out our new blog post! #environmentalpolicy #carbon #GHG #EPA #climate

📊 Energy Industry Update: Supreme Court Declines to Pause EPA Power Plant Emissions Rule The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to halt the EPA's new carbon pollution rule for coal and gas-fired power plants. Key points: Rule aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2032 Affects existing coal and new natural gas-fired plants 26 states and industry groups challenged the rule Compliance work starts June 2025 This decision marks another step in the ongoing debate between environmental regulation and energy industry concerns. What are your thoughts on balancing climate action with economic considerations? #EnergyPolicy #ClimateAction #SupremeCourt #PowerPlants

How are different people talking about the EPAs new coal regulations? Two weeks ago, EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan hinted at big upcoming news when on stage with former vice president Al Gore at The Climate Reality Project in NYC. It was met with excited cheers. Today, this new US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation requires coal plants in the US to reduce 90 percent of their carbon pollution by 2039. Three additional regulations include stricter limits on mercury emissions, rules to restrict seepage of toxic ash into water supplies, and limits on the discharging wastewater. Altogether, they could mean the end of coal in the US, which has powered the country for much of the last century, with massive environmental and health consequences at a global and local level. In 2023, coal-fired power plants generated 16.2 percent of the nation's electricity according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, down from a 52 percent peak in 1990. There are currently about 200 coal-burning power plants still operating, mostly concentrated around Pennsylvania, Texas and Indiana. QUOTES How are different groups talking about this? Below are a few quotes, perspectives, and news sources from across the political spectrum. 🎙 "Today is a good day for public health, particularly kids' health" - Harrold Wimmer, president and CEO of American Lung Association. 🎙 "The age of unbridled climate pollution from power plants is finally over." - Manish Bapna, President of Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) 🎙 "It undermines electric reliability and poses grave consequences for an already stressed electric grid." Jim Matheson, CEO of NRECA, which supplies electricity to many of the nation's rural and suburban communities. 🎙 "President Biden has inexplicably doubled down on his plans to shut down the backbone of America's electric grid through unachievable regulatory mandates," Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito, top Republican on the Senate environment committee, who said she plans to introduce a resolution aiming to overturn the rules. DEEP DIVES: How will this impact communities, jobs, energy security? Does this apply to fossil gas plants ("natural gas")? 📰 US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) STATEMENT: https://lnkd.in/eB7HK9DQ 📰 The New York Times: https://lnkd.in/eUYEEihE 📰 Reuters: https://lnkd.in/em8xP7k7 📰 Ground News: https://lnkd.in/eBKkKqrV