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Drop in GHG Emissions Illusory, Advocates Warn
U.S. greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 9% in 2020, but experts say a repeat performance is unlikely.
Paris GHG Targets not Ambitious Enough, Study Says
The Paris Agreement target of cutting carbon emissions by 1% annually should be increased to 1.8%, according to a University of Washington study.
Zero-carbon Power, TCI-P at Top of Lamont’s Priorities
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont outlined a three-pronged approach to addressing climate change and it includes a goal of zero-carbon electric supply by 2040.
Green Bonds Must Attract More Investors, Panel Says
The market for bonds that address climate change is flourishing, with issuances that now exceed $1 trillion, but that still falls short of what is needed.
Nev. Bill Would Spur Tx, Clean Energy Buildout
Nevada lawmakers are planning to introduce an array of clean energy bills this legislative session, including a measure to expand electric transmission.
Inslee Pursues Climate Moonshot in 3rd Term
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee spoke with RTO Insider about his priorities for his third term in office, including his climate change-oriented agenda.
New Mass. Bill Targets 1M Home Retrofits
Members of the Massachusetts legislature announced new bills to lower emissions, launch a new source of employment and combat racial inequities.
Wash. EV Bills Spark Concern About Buildout
Infrastructure is the main concern facing two Washington bills that propose to switch the state’s auto market to only electric vehicles by 2030.
Lawmakers Chase Affordability in Energy Transition in Maine
Maine legislators and officials gave a preview of their work this year in implementing the state’s energy policies while keeping costs to consumers low.
Wash. House Tackles Bill to Cut Vehicle Emissions
A bill to trim carbon emissions from motor vehicles appears headed to the full Washington House for a floor vote.

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