President Joe Biden's aggressive climate regulations targeting fossil-fuel-fired power plants are predicted to lead to grid instability and mass blackouts, according to a study commissioned by North Dakota's state government.
Key Points
Concerns about grid reliability voiced by various organizations
EPA regulations may lead to retirement of coal power generation units
Transition to green energy sources like wind and solar predicted to cause unreliable conditions
Economic and social justice issues highlighted
Cons
Predicted grid instability and mass blackouts
Higher electricity prices and reduced reliability
Negative economic consequences for coal plant operators
Potential disproportionate impact on low-income citizens