Power plants are by far the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the US, and now the Obama EPA has issued regulations that Democrats in some regions are calling the first battle in a "war against coal." It could be extended and bitter. The President wants to get around Congress, with other countries looking for US leadership in reducing greenhouse emissions. We hear about national and international politics as climate scientists are about to release their latest findings.
Climate Change and the 'War on Coal'
Credits
Guests:
- David Biello - TED Talks - @dbiello
- Andrew Restuccia - Politico - @AndrewRestuccia
- Jonathan S. Miller - RecoveringPolitician.com - @RecoveringPol
- Stuart Eizenstat - Covington & Burling