No. 715: Regulatory Reform to Clean the Air and Lower Costs

Some state governments, under influence from environmental pressure groups, have chosen to challenge the Bush administration's decision to make it easier for electric utility companies to undertake improvements and repairs at older coal-fired power plants. The decision will give utilities more leeway to upgrade and modernize equipment in ways that will increase energy efficiency and reduce pollution. North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper has shown concern for both the environment and utility customers and resisted the pressure to appeal the President's decision.