Trump admin’s coal investments assist plants with repeated violations
Summary
The Trump administration gave $46 million to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to keep the Cumberland Fossil Plant, a coal-fired power plant, running longer despite its history of pollution violations. This funding is part of a broader effort by President Donald Trump to support older coal plants nationwide, even when some have repeatedly broken environmental rules.Key Facts
- The Cumberland Fossil Plant in Tennessee was planned to close by 2028 due to pollution and equipment problems.
- The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) faced a lawsuit in 2011 for not installing pollution controls earlier.
- The plant had more air pollution violations in 2017 and 2023.
- After President Trump replaced four TVA board members, the decision to close the plant was reversed in February 2023.
- The Energy Department provided $46 million to extend the life of Cumberland and other coal plants.
- At least three funded plants, including Cumberland, have repeatedly violated air and water pollution laws.
- Experts say keeping coal plants open worsens pollution, climate change, and public health risks, causing thousands of deaths.
- The Trump administration has also reduced environmental regulations and enforcement on the coal industry.
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