# EPA Rolls Back Power Plant Regulations in North Dakota

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized the repeal of the Biden-era "Clean Power Plan 2.0" regulations, which were considered burdensome to coal-fired power plants, particularly in North Dakota. This regulatory rollback aims to support affordable and reliable electricity production, benefiting energy producers, consumers, and national security interests. North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin have publicly endorsed the change, highlighting its potential to restore efficiency in the energy sector and strengthen national security.

- This regulatory change signals a shift in federal environmental policy that may impact procurement strategies for energy infrastructure and power generation projects, especially those involving coal-fired plants.
- Energy producers and contractors should evaluate how this rollback affects compliance requirements and potential opportunities for contracts related to power plant operations and maintenance in North Dakota.
- Procurement professionals should consider the implications for future energy-related solicitations, as the regulatory environment may become more favorable to traditional energy sources.
- Organizations involved in energy infrastructure should assess how this policy change influences project planning, risk management, and investment decisions in the region.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- North Dakota State Government
- U.S. Department of the Interior

### Key Quotes
> Were grateful to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, Secretary Burgum and the Trump administration for supporting common-sense regulation, reversing these overreaching regulations and unleashing U.S. energy production to keep electricity affordable for consumers while strengthening our national security.
> — Kelly Armstrong, Governor

> The rule reversal restores efficiency to our energy sector and allows our vital resources to be used for the benefit of the American people.
> — Doug Burgum, Secretary of the Interior

### Sources
- [Armstrong welcomes EPA’s finalized rollback of burdensome Biden-era power plant regulations | North Dakota State Government - ND Portal](https://www.nd.gov/news/armstrong-welcomes-epas-finalized-rollback-burdensome-biden-era-power-plant-regulations) - ND