EPA’s NEW SHOCKING Rollback Plan EXPOSED

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A new wave of regulatory rollbacks threatens U.S. climate policy, with Steve Milloy leading the charge against what he calls the “Green New Scam.”

Story Highlights

  • Steve Milloy intensifies his campaign against climate regulations, branding them economically harmful.
  • The EPA has proposed rolling back climate-related regulations, supported by Milloy.
  • Project 2025 aims to institutionalize deregulatory policies for a potential second Trump administration.
  • Conservative think tanks and industry groups back Milloy’s efforts to delegitimize climate science.

Steve Milloy’s Campaign Against Climate Regulation

Steve Milloy has been a vocal critic of climate science, leveraging his platform, JunkScience.com, to challenge mainstream environmental policies. Known for his ties to the fossil fuel and tobacco industries, Milloy has intensified his campaign against climate regulations, amplifying his calls to dismantle what he dubs the “Green New Scam.” His efforts align with Project 2025, backed by the Heritage Foundation, to institutionalize deregulatory policies.

Milloy’s influence is particularly significant in light of the recent EPA proposal to roll back key climate regulations. This move, which Milloy supports, comes after the 2022 Supreme Court decision that limited the EPA’s regulatory authority. The proposal is part of a broader strategy to expedite the rollback of climate rules, bypassing standard regulatory processes, a tactic Milloy has publicly advocated.

Impact on U.S. Climate Policy

The potential rollback of climate regulations poses significant implications for U.S. climate policy. In the short term, there is a risk of suspending or reversing key regulations and subsidies, which could lead to increased legal battles and heightened political polarization. In the long term, the success of Milloy’s deregulatory agenda could weaken U.S. climate policy, undermine scientific authority, and increase emissions, impacting environmental and public health advocates, renewable energy sectors, and communities vulnerable to climate impacts.

Critics argue that Milloy’s positions are ideologically driven and unsupported by credible scientific evidence. Environmental scientists and policy experts overwhelmingly reject his claims, citing robust evidence for anthropogenic climate change and the necessity of regulation. However, Milloy’s rhetoric, supported by conservative think tanks and industry groups, continues to resonate within certain political and industry circles.

Broader Industry and Political Effects

The deregulatory push championed by Milloy could have broader effects on various industries. The renewable energy and clean tech sectors may face uncertainty and reduced support, while fossil fuel industries could benefit from regulatory rollbacks. Politically, this movement further deepens partisan divides over climate policy, with potential economic repercussions such as the loss of green jobs and investments.

Despite the challenges, Milloy remains a prominent media figure and policy advisor, actively shaping the narrative around climate policy. His ongoing efforts exemplify the tension between economic interests and environmental protection in the current U.S. political landscape.

Sources:

Wikipedia: Steven Milloy

The North State Journal: Milloy on Green New Scam

Drilled Media: Project 2025 and EPA

Union of Concerned Scientists: Fossil Fuel Industry Tactics