Businesses face 'chaos' as EPA aims to repeal its authority over climate pollution

An exhaust pipe atop a truck in Austin, Texas. Under the Trump administration, the Environmental Protection Agency is seeking to repeal past findings that greenhouse gas emissions pose a threat to public health.

A lot of companies want the EPA in charge of setting national climate regulations because it helps shield them from lawsuits and creates a predictable environment in which to make investments.

(Image credit: Brandon Bell)