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California Retreats on Stricter Pollution Limits Amid Wildfires

1/15/2025

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California has pulled back its request for tougher pollution limits on trucks, trains, and ferries, expecting a shift in federal policy under the Trump administration. This setback undermines the state's battle against climate change, especially as devastating wildfires rage on, fueled by pollution from fossil fuels. Historically, California has relied on waivers to implement stricter standards under the Clean Air Act.

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California has pulled back its request for tougher pollution limits on trucks, trains, and ferries, expecting a shift in federal policy under the Trump administration. This setback undermines the state's battle against climate change, especially as devastating wildfires rage on, fueled by pollution from fossil fuels. Historically, California has relied on waivers to implement stricter standards under the Clean Air Act.