In preparation for EPA’s expected release of their proposed rule that sets the first-ever carbon emission standards for the country’s existing power plants on Monday, June 2nd, the Association’s Ad Hoc GHG Group has been preparing background information and possible responses. The Group will meet again this Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Charleston Civic Center. The difficulty, however, has been the lack of information on what the final requirements of the rule will be, although rumors are circulating as to what they might specifically include? A 25% reduction is being rumored, but the concern is what base year will be used, which, of course, will make a huge difference. In addition, variations of other rumors are floating about relative to “inside the fence” considerations and whether EPA will provide appropriate flexibility to the States that will be consistent with the Clean Air Act? We will provide additional information as it becomes available and can be verified.
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