Under the regulations, existing coal and new natural gas-fired power plants that run more than 40% of the time would have to eliminate 90% of their carbon dioxide emissions, the main driver of global warming.
EPA is delaying a similar rule for existing natural gas-fired power plants, likely until after the November election, say environmentalists.
The EPA also issued rules to limit water pollution from coal plants, strengthen regulations on coal ash, and limit mercury and other toxins from burning coal for electricity.
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