A case study explored how some states have preempted local governments from restricting natural gas ...

Written By Adam Polaski

A case study explored how some states have preempted local governments from restricting natural gas appliances, the use of which has been linked to a number of negative health effects, including exposure to fine particulate matter, carcinogens, and other pollutants linked to respiratory illness. Read more from Gibbs, M, Hsain, Z, Reagan, E, Wolfman, S, & Zaccarin, A-M. Overcoming state level preemption to electrify new buildings: A Philadelphia case study. Journal of Science Policy & Governance. 2022;21(01). doi:10.38126/jspg210104. https://doi.org/10.38126/JSPG210104.

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