Top US Health Organizations Sue EPA over Decision Affecting Americans' Health and Wallets: 'Reckless and Legally Untenable'

Top US health organizations sue EPA over decision affecting Americans' health and wallets: 'Reckless and legally untenable'

The Environmental Protection Agency revoked a scientific finding empowering the regulation of air pollution, reigniting a debate over how the U.S. should build its economy, compete on the global stage, and determine who will ultimately bear the costs. Now, a court battle looms after top public health organizations and environmental groups filed a lawsuit against the EPA.  What's happening? The Associated Press reported that a coalition of groups…

Vulnerable communities left to breathe the consequences as EPA repeals endangerment finding

EPA's decision to revoke the Endangerment Finding poses a threat to public health, especially in Black, Brown, and under-resourced communities.

‘It comes down to who you’re voting for’: EPA rescinds Endangerment Finding

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its rescission of the 2009 Endangerment Finding on Feb. 12. This scientific determination provided the basis for federal regulation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by establishing that these pollutants are harmful to human health.

Dissecting EPA’s Endangerment Repeal: Series Wrap-Up:

Yesterday was the last of five Legal Planet posts on EPA’s repeal of the Endangerment Finding, which EPA based on legal arguments claiming that it has no power to regulate vehicle emissions of greenhouse gases.  The series began with a quick overview of the issues. The remaining posts focus on three topics: (1) the reasons that EPA was right to issue the Endangerment Finding in the first place in 2009; (2) the legal precedents supporting the End…

Repeal Of CO2 Endangerment Finding Exposes The Cost Of Climate Overreach

EPA rescinds its CO2 vehicle rule, exposing the cost of climate overreach and opening the door for energy growth in developing nations.