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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Predicted To Fall Nearly 8% — Largest Decrease Ever
By: Jennifer Ludden | Jeff Brady | NPR
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Global energy demand, particularly for coal, is falling sharply this year, the International Energy Agency says. The drop is due to weather patterns and COVID-19 shutdowns.
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Trump EPA Says Mercury Limits On Coal Plants Too Costly, Not ‘Necessary’
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The EPA says it will keep limits on toxic mercury emissions from coal plants but now deems them not cost-effective. Environmental groups worry the move could hinder future regulations.