Regulators have imposed a hefty $29 million burden on Midwest families to revive a dormant coal plant in Michigan, thanks to a controversial Trump-era emergency order. The financial hit has sparked outcry as the plant’s inefficiency becomes painfully clear in just five weeks. Meanwhile, Wisconsin’s often-overlooked wetlands are emerging as unsung heroes, offering a staggering $4.5 billion in flood protection annually. As climate change debates rage, the EPA’s surprising stance that climate won’t harm us could spell trouble for Wisconsin. Tune into the Defender podcast for a deeper dive into these pressing environmental issues.