Trump administration signals intent to unwind Biden climate policies

The incoming Trump administration is preparing to dismantle remaining climate investments and clean-energy regulations from Biden's legacy, targeting what sources describe as the final major pillar of federal climate action.

First covered Sep 14, 2026 · 1:51 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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epa.gov Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Suite of Standards to Reduce Pollution from Fossil Fuel-Fired Power Plants | US EPA

federalregister.gov New Source Performance Standards for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From New, Modified, and Reconstructed Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units; Emission Guidelines for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Existing Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units; and Repeal of the Affordable Clean Energy Rule

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