Trump Administration Rolls Back Mercury Emission Standards: A Boost for Energy or a Blow to Health?
Published on: Feb. 20, 2026, 11:37 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The Trump administration has rolled back clean air regulations limiting mercury and hazardous toxins from power plants, citing energy demand. Environmental groups argue it threatens public health, with the 2024 Biden-era standards promising significant health benefits. Aging coal plants face maintenance costs despite attempts to meet power demand from AI and data centers.
