Environmental advocates say loosening mercury pollution restrictions and requirements to slash carbon emissions at power plants amounts to a "denial of science" and will risk the health of communities.
The article from MLive discusses concerns raised by environmental advocates in Michigan regarding the potential rollback of power plant pollution regulations by former President Donald Trump. These rollbacks, which include changes to the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) and the Clean Power Plan, could lead to increased emissions of harmful pollutants like mercury, arsenic, and other toxins. Advocates warn that such deregulations would disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and low-income communities, potentially leading to higher rates of respiratory issues, developmental disorders, and other health problems. The article highlights the efforts of groups like the Michigan Environmental Council and the Sierra Club, who are pushing for the preservation or strengthening of these environmental protections to safeguard public health and the environment in Michigan.
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