Outrage + Optimism: The Climate Podcast
10. Trumps' Roll Back of Science with Gina McCarthy
Jun 28, 2019
Exploring Trump's rollback of the Clean Power Plan, the impact on emissions and health, and the attack on science within his administration. Interview with Gina McCarthy revealing insights and optimism for the future.
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- Trump administration's replacement of Clean Power Plan may increase emissions and harm public health.
- Focus on coal industry revival ignores declining competitiveness, job prospects, and economic realities.
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The Replacement of the Clean Power Plan by the Affordable Clean Energy Rule
The Trump administration replaced the Clean Power Plan with the so-called affordable clean energy rule, sparking concerns about its limited impact on reducing emissions. The new rule is criticized for potentially increasing emissions and adversely affecting public health, with estimates suggesting it could lead to over 1,400 additional deaths annually.
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