EPA breaks with 'net zero' carbon agenda and plans to save billions in energy costs
By ljdevon // 2026-10-28
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  • The EPA’s repeal of carbon regulations on power plants is framed as a correction of reckless policies that prioritized ideology over practical energy needs.
  • Indeed, CO2 is essential for plant growth and climate models foreshadowing end of Earth doom are based on flawed assumptions and cherry-picked measurements.
  • The repeal is projected to save billions in compliance costs and prevent premature closures of coal and gas plants, ensuring energy reliability.
  • Legal challenges from states like New York highlight tensions between centralized control and state sovereignty.
  • The move aligns with a broader narrative of rejecting globalist 'net zero carbon' agendas and restoring economic freedom.

Net Zero carbon delusions get a reality check

The Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to repeal stringent carbon regulations on power plants has reignited a contentious debate about the role of government in energy policy. At the heart of the issue lies a fundamental clash of worldviews: one that views carbon dioxide as a harmful pollutant driving catastrophic climate change, and another that sees it as a vital nutrient for life on Earth. The EPA’s 2024 Carbon Pollution Standards, which required power plants to capture 90% of their carbon emissions or shut down, were dismissed as a “reckless regulatory action” by Administrator Lee Zeldin. His September 2026 announcement to rescind the rules cited the Supreme Court’s 2022 West Virginia v. EPA decision, which barred federal agencies from mandating an “energy transformation” without explicit congressional approval. The repeal’s supporters argue that the 2024 standards were based on a fraudulent premise: the claim that carbon dioxide is a “danger to public welfare” when, in reality, it is a trace gas critical for photosynthesis. Satellite data shows that rising CO2 levels have coincided with global crop yield increases and widespread greening of arid regions. Yet, the EPA’s previous stance—treating CO2 as a pollutant akin to soot or lead—ignored this biological reality, instead relying on speculative climate models that exaggerate warming effects. The agency’s own analysis admitted that the 2024 rule would have forced plants to adopt unproven carbon capture technologies, effectively pushing 40 gigawatts of generation offline by 2030.

The legal and economic implications of repeal

The repeal has already sparked legal battles, with 21 states led by New York suing to block the rollback. Yet the irony is stark: New York, where electricity rates have risen 14% in a year, now seeks federal mandates to impose higher costs on Americans. This reflects a deeper tension between centralized control and individual freedom. As Zeldin noted, the Clean Air Act was never intended to allow the EPA to dictate fuel choices for the nation. By rescinding the 2024 standards, the agency is reclaiming its constitutional role, leaving states free to impose their own policies without federal overreach. Economically, the repeal is projected to save $95 billion to $160 billion in compliance costs, a figure that includes avoided investments in unproven carbon capture systems. The American Energy Alliance, a coalition of energy stakeholders, argues that the rule’s rescission will prevent premature closures of coal and gas plants, ensuring grid reliability as demand grows. With coal production for the power sector expected to rise tenfold, the repeal is framed as a necessary step to prevent energy shortages and keep prices affordable. The climate change cult warn of increased health and climate risks. The Resources for the Future think tank estimates that climate and health damages from the repeal could outweigh compliance savings by four to eight times. Yet this argument hinges on the same discredited climate models that the EPA itself now questions. The agency’s 2026 fact sheet dismissed the “social cost of carbon” as a flawed metric, noting that U.S. power plant emissions account for just 25% of the nation’s total and an even smaller fraction of global emissions. Meanwhile, China and India continue to expand coal infrastructure, highlighting the futility of unilateral U.S. regulations.

The battle over energy autonomy shifts

The EPA’s move is part of a larger struggle to dismantle the “green ideology” agenda and the globalist push for centralized control over energy, food, and finance. By repealing carbon mandates, the administration is challenging a system that prioritizes virtue signaling over practical solutions to improve livelihoods. The projected savings, which include $310 billion from rescinding the 2024 standards and $370 million in direct compliance costs, reflect a commitment to restoring energy abundance. Yet the true test will be whether these savings translate into lower bills for households and businesses. As the legal and economic battles unfold, one question remains central: Who benefits from energy scarcity? The answer, for many, lies in the globalist vision of a depopulated, controlled world. By rejecting carbon dogma and embracing energy diversity, the EPA’s repeal is a step toward reclaiming autonomy, and a future where power, both literal and political, returns to the people. Sources include: WattsUpWithThat.com DailySignal.com Powermag.com EENews.net
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