Trump to ease rule on climate super pollutants, says move will cut costs

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Coverage from the New York Times and the Washington Post emphasizes the potential environmental implications of the decision, framing it as a rollback of important climate protections. Both outlets highlight concerns from environmental…

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Industry trade groups reject the administration's claims, saying the rollback of the Biden-era regulations would actually drive up prices.

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▪ Trump eases restrictions on super-pollutants used in air-conditioning and refrigeration — Le Monde (EN)
▪ Trump to Ease Restrictions on Climate ‘Super Pollutants’ — NYT — Science
▪ Trump to announce looser rules for super-pollutants used in grocery refrigeration, in bid to lower costs — The Hill

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By Cleve R. Wootson Jr. and Jake SpringPresident Donald Trump announced on Thursday a rollback of two Biden-era regulations on refrigerants that are potent drivers of climate change, as the White House argues that deregulation can help tame inflation ahead of the midterm elections. CommentsSign up

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