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US on track for 65% reduction in power sector emissions – if Biden policies are maintained

Donald Trump has pledged to rescind every one of Biden’s climate regulations if he is elected in November.
Melodie Michel
US on track for 65% reduction in power sector emissions – if Biden policies are maintained
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The US is on track to make “unprecedented progress” towards power decarbonisation – if Biden administration policies are maintained, according to a new report by the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

The non-profit analysed the decarbonisation potential of Biden administration policies including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, as well as new pollution standards for cars, SUVs and power plants and energy efficiency standards for household appliances. 

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