WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014. The Environmental Protection Agency released rules, today, to reduce carbon dioxide pollution from existing power plants under section 111(d) of the Clean Air Act. Electric power plants produce approximately 2.2 billion tons of carbon dioxide each year — amounting to almost 40 percent of the United[Read More…]
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NRDC: Obama Administration Moves to Curb Carbon Pollution from Power Plants
A Historic Step to Combat Climate Change WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014 – The Environmental Protection Agency today unveiled the centerpiece of President Obama’s climate action plan. The following is a statement by Frances Beinecke, president of the Natural Resources Defense Council: “The EPA’s proposal to limit carbon pollution from power plants[Read More…]
Union of Concerned Scientists: EPA Moves to Curb Emissions from Existing Power Plants
New Data Shows Renewables, Energy Efficiency Could Dramatically Lower Emissions WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—June 2, 2014 – In a historic step, the Environmental Protection Agency today proposed the first-ever limits on carbon emissions from existing power plants fueled by coal and natural gas, with new analysis from the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS)[Read More…]
Center for American Progress Experts on the New Carbon Rule for Coal-Fired Power Plants
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014. Today, President Barack Obama announced his intention to use executive authority to set a national limit on carbon pollution from coal plants. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy will release the carbon pollution standards for existing power plants on Monday. The Chief Justice John Roberts Supreme[Read More…]
Statement from Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz on Proposed New EPA Rules for Existing Power Plants
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz issued the following statement today on the EPA’s proposed new rules for existing power plants: “The EPA’s proposed new rules for existing power plants are a critical step toward addressing climate change. This common-sense approach will reduce carbon emissions while also giving states[Read More…]
EPA Proposes First Guidelines to Cut Carbon Pollution from Existing Power Plants
Clean Power Plan is flexible proposal to ensure a healthier environment, spur innovation and strengthen the economy WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2014. At the direction of President Obama and after an unprecedented outreach effort, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is today releasing the Clean Power Planproposal, which for the first time cuts[Read More…]
Calvary United Protestant Church to Host Annual Chat-n-Chew Bazaar on June 7
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2014. Calvary United Protestant Church, 425 S. Orchard, Park Forest, will host its annual Chat-n-Chew Bazaar on Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature over 25 vendors, food, games, arts and crafts, music, Zumba and much more. There will also[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Proclaims June ‘Leave No Child Inside’ Month in Illinois
Encourages Youth and Families to Get Outdoors and Get Active this Summer CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today proclaimed June as “Leave No Child Inside” month in Illinois, and encouraged families to spend time outdoors enjoying recreation opportunities, activities and events throughout the state. “Following the harsh winter, our[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces First Day of Marriage Equality
Law Takes Effect Today, Giving Everyone in Illinois Full Rights and Protections of Marriage CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that all couples in Illinois are now able to receive the rights and protections of marriage. The Governor led the charge for historic legislation he signed in November[Read More…]
Media Availability with Secretary Hagel enroute to Afghanistan, June 1, 2014
Enroute Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2014. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE CHUCK HAGEL: Good morning. I know you’ve all been briefed on Sgt. Bergdahl. Let me just make a couple of opening comments and we’ll go to your questions. First, this is a very happy day for the Bergdahl family. It’s a very important[Read More…]
