Browsing Category: the clean air act 1970

The Clean Air Act ranks among America’s most effective environmental laws. It has reduced six common pollutants by an impressive 78% between 1970 and 2020. This achievement deserves celebration, yet a sobering reality exists – 99% of the world’s population lived in areas with poor air quality in 2019. The Act’s benefits are a big deal as it means that the numbers tell only part of the story. The legislation will save 230,000 adult...