Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) captured significant media attention by rejecting a key document that outlines its regulatory authority over greenhouse gas emissions contributing to climate change. While this decision dominated conversations regarding the agency’s regulatory framework, it was accompanied by two additional actions aimed at other critical components of climate issues: the scientific foundation that underpins our understanding of the rapid warming affecting the planet, and the renewable energy initiatives that represent a viable solution for mitigating this warming.
Together, these moves reflect the administration’s strategy for addressing a climate crisis it seems reluctant to acknowledge, even in light of extensive evidence supporting its existence. Furthermore, they highlight the administration’s efforts to tailor its response to cater to various stakeholders, including individuals who advocate for a standstill on climate action.
When in doubt, fabricate
A notable action from the Department of the Interior has emerged, concerning the management of permits for energy projects on federal lands, which encompasses wind and solar initiatives both onshore and offshore. This situation has placed the Department in a challenging position, especially considering that wind and solar energy represent some of the most cost-effective means of electricity generation today. The sector is witnessing remarkable growth, with solar energy alone responsible for over 80 percent of the newly installed capacity in the United States.
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