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In the absence of stronger federal leadership, many states are enacting their own climate goals and policies. They serve as laboratories, demonstrating what's effective and informing national policy.

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Understanding California’s Extended Cap-and-Trade Program
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Summary of California’s Extension of its Cap-and-Trade Program

On July 26, 2017, California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law a bipartisan bill that extends the state’s cap-and-trade program to 2030. Cap and trade is a key part of California’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent below …

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Good and bad options for changing California’s cap-and-trade program
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Helping small businesses become more resilient
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Connecticut seeks to support nuclear energy
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U.S. State Energy Financial Incentives for CCS

Many states encourage the development of projects to capture carbon from point sources such as coal and gas fired power plants and ethanol plants. Once captured, the carbon dioxide (CO2) may be transported via pipeline for geologic storage in a …

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Addressing California cap and trade concerns
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We need to prepare for more downpours
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A tale of two states: NY and CA chart different courses on nuclear
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Collaborating on climate resilience in Anchorage