Vermont must now show how it will clean up its air by 2028
What happened
US environmental regulators have approved Vermont's plan to reduce regional haze, which is air pollution that reduces visibility. This plan sets specific targets for the state to improve air quality in protected natural areas by 2028.
Why it matters
Every state must submit a plan to clean up its air every ten years. This approval means Vermont's plan is now legally binding. It forces the state to take concrete steps to reduce pollution from sources like power plants and industrial facilities, which affects visibility in national parks and wilderness areas.
The signal
Watch for Vermont's progress reports on its haze reduction targets, due every two years, to see if the state is on track to meet its 2028 goals.