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Trump's Policy Overhaul Sparks Climate and Housing Debate

2/9/2025

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The Trump administration is overhauling environmental and energy policies, sparking discussions on executive orders and their far-reaching effects. RFF's new vice president, Carlos Martín, emphasizes the importance of housing and environmental justice. Meanwhile, experts are scrutinizing methane and carbon dioxide emissions to craft impactful climate strategies, as concerns mount over the increasing debris cluttering Earth's orbit.

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The Trump administration is overhauling environmental and energy policies, sparking discussions on executive orders and their far-reaching effects. RFF's new vice president, Carlos Martín, emphasizes the importance of housing and environmental justice. Meanwhile, experts are scrutinizing methane and carbon dioxide emissions to craft impactful climate strategies, as concerns mount over the increasing debris cluttering Earth's orbit.