The EPA won’t consider the economic costs of harms to human health, at least for now. Legal and health experts are concerned that the change could make it easier for the agency to roll back rules.
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Trump administration rolls back fuel economy standards
At a White House this afternoon, President Trump said he was terminating “ridiculously burdensome” fuel economy rules. It’s part of a series of changes relaxing or eliminating rules promoting cleaner cars.
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What’s the deal with green roofs?
You’ve probably seen pictures of tree-lined rooftops on skyscrapers and new buildings. But are these green roofs just for show? Or do they have real benefits? This week on Possibly we take a look.
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How does air pollution affect our health?
If you’ve been outside on a smoggy day, you’ve probably noticed that your body reacts poorly to bad air quality. Maybe you coughed, or got a headache. But what actually happens to your body when you breathe in polluted air?
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Air pollution still plagues nearly half of Americans. That does a number on our health
Despite improvements in air quality in past decades, 156 million Americans still breathe in too much soot or ozone, says the annual State of the Air report from the American Lung Association.
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Is the air quality index actually useful right now?
The air has improved in the LA region as firefighters get blazes under control, but there are questions about how safe the air actually is.
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Head Of NE Environmental Advocacy Group Talks Progress Reducing Carbon Emissions
A New England-based environmental advocacy group says the region is making progress improving air quality, but more work needs to done.
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EPA Proposes New Rule To Replace Clean Power Plan
The Environmental Protection Agency proposed Tuesday changes to the federal plan aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, but Rhode Island’s governor says the new rule is “regressive.”
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EPA Announces Plan To Rollback Federal Clean Car Standard
The Enviromental Protection Agency announced Thursday a proposal to rollback a federal standard that aims to reduce carbon emissions from cars.
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New Report: RI Air Quality Is Mixed Bag
Rhode Island’s air quality is slightly improving but still needs work, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
