Biden Administration Nears Finish Line on New Rules for Gas Vehicle Emissions
Revving Up for Change: The Biden Administration’s Green Shift
A pivotal shift is on the horizon as the Biden administration gears up to enact regulations this week that could significantly rein in gas-powered vehicles and accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), which notably come with a higher price tag compared to conventional subcompact cars.
In the proposed rules revealed this past May, the EPA has set its sights on phasing out certain automobiles from the 2027 to 2032 model years. According to the agency, “EPA finds it appropriate to set new standards… for both criteria pollutants and GHG at this time, perceiving an urgent need to address environmental challenges ahead.”
However, not everyone shares in the optimistic view of these impending changes. Jason Isaac, president and CEO of the American Energy Institute, expressed concerns to Fox News Digital, arguing, “This won’t do anything for human health or pollution reduction. We’re already leading in clean air… This policy seems more to appease campaign donors than address practical energy needs.”
Chet Thompson, president and CEO of American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, weighed in, “President Biden has been determined to eliminate new gas car sales, leveraging federal and state agencies. The EPA’s new car standards look to enforce an aggressive push towards EVs—posing significant impacts on consumers, the economy, and America’s hard-fought energy independence.”
The EPA underlined these sentiments, noting California’s Advanced Clean Cars II rule mandates all new light-duty vehicles to be zero-emission by 2035. This bold move is echoed by states like New York and Massachusetts, with others possibly joining the green convoy as part of the International Zero-Emission Vehicle Alliance.
The EPA’s latest proposal outlines an increase in emissions standards that would cut the fleet’s carbon footprint by 56% within the decade—a target of 82 grams/mile (g/mile) of CO2 in 2032 for light-duty vehicles.
Bolstering this vision, the EPA added, “We’re aiming for tighter emissions for pollutants across the board for light and medium-duty vehicles throughout these pivotal years.”
For light-duty vehicles, we propose lowering NMOG+NOX emissions to 12 mg/mi by 2032—a 60% reduction. Similarly, for medium-duty vehicles, we’re targeting a remarkable 66% to 76% reduction… Our plans also include cold temperature standards and a PM standard of 0.5 mg/mi to be tested across varying conditions.
These changes mark a historic leap towards greener driving, promising cleaner air and a commitment to tackling climate change. As the curtain rises on this environmental act, the stage is set for a future where roads hum to the tune of progress and sustainability.
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