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What EPA’s climate denial means for the energy transition

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Briefings

The Trump administration rescinded major EPA climate regulations in September 2026, reversing Biden-era rules on power plant emissions and vehicle standards. This rollback, part of a broader policy shift, is expected to slow the U.S. clean energy transition and reduce projected emissions cuts by 2025. The Rhodium Group analysis indicates clean energy will account for only 49-65% of power generation by 2035, down from 62-88% in 2024. While coal generation is forecast to reach near-zero by 2035, the administration argues fossil fuels are essential for grid stability and cites legal vulnerabilities in its regulatory authority.

Key points

• EPA rescinded power plant emissions limits and vehicle standards in September 2026, reversing Biden-era rules that were expected to accelerate the clean energy transition.
• Rhodium Group analysis projects clean energy will account for 49-65% of U.S. power generation by 2035, a significant drop from the 62-88% forecast in 2024.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to the September 2026 rescission of power plant and vehicle regulations; data on future grid stability relies on uncertain cost comparisons between renewables and gas, and legal challenges to the administration's authority remain unverified.

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