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Where Presidential Candidates Stand On Climate Change

9:55am August 11, 2015

by Lauren Leatherby

The majority of Americans favor government action, but the candidates — and big donors — differ greatly. Here is what they've said on the topic, beginning with whether climate change is real.

President Obama's environmental plan won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.

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For Some States, New Emissions Rules Will Force A Power Shift

2:36pm August 05, 2015

by Jim Zarroli

The federal rules will deal a big blow to some energy sectors — especially coal. The change won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.

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President Obama To Unveil Tough Proposal Targeting Greenhouse Gases

10:18am August 02, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

In the final proposal, Obama will unveil measures that are tougher than those in the 2014 draft proposal. The rules seek to curb carbon emissions from power plants by 32 percent by 2030.