EPA rules

As the possibility of a government shutdown looms, environmental agencies are bracing for the consequences. The ongoing stalemate in Washington could have far-reaching implications for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other organizations responsible for safeguarding the nation's natural resources. If a shutdown persists, the EPA's operations could be significantly...

The Trump administration has proposed a plan to ease regulations on hydrofluorocarbons, a potent greenhouse gas commonly used in cooling equipment. The Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) plan would allow certain industries, including grocery stores and air-conditioning manufacturers, to phase out hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) at a slower rate than previously mandated. The...