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EPA says power plant carbon emissions aren’t dangerous. We asked 30 scientists: Here’s what they say
The Trump administration’s Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday proposed a new ruling that heat-trapping carbon gas “emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants do not contribute significantly to dangerous air pollution.
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The Trump administration’s Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday proposed a new ruling that heat-trapping carbon gas “emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants do not contribute significantly to dangerous air pollution." The Associated Press asked 30 different scientists, experts in climate, health and economics, about the scientific reality behind this proposal.
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Ron Watson’s roof in Alabama looks typical but saves him money yearly. Built with wind-resistant features like special nails, it’s less likely to be damaged in hurricanes. Alabama offers insurance discounts to encourage disaster-resistant homes.
