EPA analyzed the American Power Act (APA), a comprehensive energy and climate bill sponsored by Sens. John Kerry, D-Mass., and Joseph Lieberman, I-Conn. EPA's findings show that the APA's objectives can be achieved for a few dollars a month for the average American.
‘This new analysis is the latest in a series of studies confirming that we can readily afford a comprehensive climate and energy bill that would boost our economy, reduce our dependence on imported oil and help solve climate change,’ says Nat Keohane, EDF's director of economic policy and analysis.
EPA's new analysis shows that the clean energy development in the APA can be met for $79 to $146 per year per household, amounting to $3 to $5 a month for the average individual American.
EPA projects that key provisions, including those for energy efficiency improvements, will lead to lower household energy bills over the next two decades. Those families expected to be most affected by price changes will receive extra compensation under the APA. The EPA analysis also confirms that the carbon limits in the legislation will help to prevent dangerous climate change, a key environmental objective.
SOURCE: Environmental Defense Fund
