Three Ways EPA Must Strengthen Its Power Plant Carbon Rules

On May 11, the Biden administration took one of its most important climate actions to date. EPA Administrator Michael Regan proposed regulations for carbon pollution from new and existing power plants.

Evergreen Collaborative believes these power plant carbon standards are the most effective climate tools in President Biden’s arsenal. Power plants are a significant source of climate-warming pollution in the U.S., and this rule could cut their emissions 80% below their peak by 2030. 

This proposal has the makings of a strong standard, but Evergreen Collaborative has found several elements of the rule must be strengthened before it is finalized next year. Here’s what you need to know.