 AP Photo This report is an update of a report the Institute for Energy Research (IER) issued in October 2011.[3] In the original report, we calculated that 28 GW of generating capacity would close as a result of EPA’s regulations. At the time, we warned that “this number will grow as plant operators continue to release their EPA compliance plans.” Unfortunately, this statement has proven to be true. This update, a mere four months later, shows that over 33 GW of electrical generating capacity... TAGGED: Cross-State Air Pollution Rule, air pollution, Power Plants, utility companies, Utility MACT Rule, environmental regulations, epa, Institute for Energy ResearchRECOMMENDED ARTICLES| New York Times writer Paul Krugman finally got his Christmas wish from the EPA in the form of new mercury and air standards for power plants. In his December 25 article titled “Springtime for Toxics” he cheered:... more ›› |
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