US eliminates limits on carbon emissions from coal, gas plants

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on Monday the formal repeal of federal greenhouse gas emissions standards for coal and natural gas-fired power plants. The decision marks the removal of existing regulatory limits on carbon emissions originating from these energy sources within the United States.

The policy shift, enacted by the Trump administration, occurs as international observers note the move coincides with the G20 summit. While the EPA describes the action as a revocation of established rules, the change has drawn attention regarding its potential impact on global climate stability and the frequency of extreme weather events.