U.S. announces strict limit on emissions of mercury and other toxic substances

The Obama administration announced today a tough new rule to limit emissions of mercury, arsenic and other toxic substances from sources such as power plants, a landmark measure that could prevent up to 11,000 premature deaths annually, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

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