Overview

• New EPA regulations mandate 90% carbon capture for existing coal and future natural gas power plants, aiming to cut emissions by 1.38 billion metric tons by 2047.
• Critics argue the rules could threaten U.S. energy jobs, reduce investment in natural gas, and compromise the reliability of the power grid.
• Supporters claim the regulations will accelerate the shift from coal to renewable energy sources and significantly reduce pollution-related health issues.
• Legal challenges are anticipated as the regulations mirror past efforts struck down by the Supreme Court.
• The implementation of these rules could reshape the U.S. energy landscape, influencing everything from power generation to economic policies.