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EPA's Coal Rollback: Health Risks vs. $670M Savings

2/27/2026

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  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to weaken pollution limits for coal-fired power plants, increasing mercury emissions.
  • The plan reflects the Trump administration's effort to support the coal industry.
  • The EPA estimates the rollback could save utilities up to $670 million from 2028 to 2037.
  • Critics say the move undermines health- and environment-protective regulations.
  • The announcement is expected during a visit to a coal plant in Louisville, Kentucky.