U.S. Supreme Court rulings and official announcements

Supreme Court Allows Biden-Harris EPA Power Plant Rule to Proceed Amid Climate Change Push

Oct 17, 2024, 02:09 AM

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided not to stay the EPA’s power plant rule, allowing the Biden-Harris administration to advance its climate change agenda. The rule, which aims to address climate change by regulating carbon emissions from power plants, has faced opposition from the energy industry, mining industry, and over 25 U.S. states, including West Virginia. Justice Clarence Thomas publicly dissented, while two other conservative justices, Brett Kavanaugh and another unnamed justice, also expressed concerns. The decision, part of the SCOTUS Opinion Relating to Orders on 10/16/2024, is seen as a significant step in the administration's efforts to combat climate change, despite the potential impact on jobs and the premature closure of power plants.