US Climate and Health Alliance

Clean Energy Packs Savings for Seniors

Abstract

On June 2, 2014, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the Clean Power Plan, the first- ever limits on carbon pollution from existing power plants. Entrenched coal interests immediately seized on the proposal as one that would dramatically cut coal use, force the implementation of new and expensive technologies, and harm those with low incomes. These claims are disingenuous. In fact, the standards will gradually transform our electric system over the next 15 years.Each state will have a tailored carbon pollution reduction target and can decide how to best reach this goal through upgrades to power plants, renewable energy, and energy efficiency. This will save consumers money while providing reliable and cleaner electricity to meet our nation’s needs.

Resource Type
Factsheet/pamphlet
Author
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
Resource URL
http://www.nrdc.org/energy/files/clean-energy-benefits-FS-seniors.pdf
Pages
4
Date
2015
Institution
Natural Resources Defense Council
Organization Type
Ngo
Fossil Fuel
Coal
Solutions
Energy efficiency Renewable/clean energy
Other
US policy Vulnerable populations Policy United states

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