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Coal Comeback Costs and Wetland Wonders

Coal Comeback Costs and Wetland Wonders

Tue Aug 19, 2025

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Regulators have imposed a hefty $29 million burden on Midwest families to revive a dormant coal plant in Michigan, thanks to a controversial Trump-era emergency order. The financial hit has sparked outcry as the plant's inefficiency becomes painfully clear in just five weeks. Meanwhile, Wisconsin’s often-overlooked wetlands are emerging as unsung heroes, offering a staggering $4.5 billion in flood protection annually. As climate change debates rage, the EPA's surprising stance that climate won't harm us could spell trouble for Wisconsin. Tune into the Defender podcast for a deeper dive into these pressing environmental issues.

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