November 18, 2024

greenhouse gas (GHG)

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FERC OKs Carbon Pricing Policy Statement
FERC approved a policy statement on how it would review carbon pricing proposals in organized wholesale electricity markets.
Study Says NC Needs Clean Energy Standard to Meet Climate Goals
Environmental advocates say North Carolina's upcoming decision on joining the RGGI could be critical to its efforts to cut carbon emissions 70% by 2030.
Hawaii Study Examines Carbon Tax Impact
A draft study on carbon pricing in Hawaii suggests a carbon tax program would lower GHG emissions and could give households a dividend.
Bill to Cut Refrigerant GHGs Goes to Inslee
The Wash. House voted 56-42 to send Gov. Jay Inslee a bill aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from air conditioners and large refrigeration units.
NY Explores Ways to Decarbonize Heavy Industry
The New York Climate Action Council heard recommendations to provide financial incentives and technical assistance to help heavy industries decarbonize.
Biden Budget Seeks Major Spending Hikes on Climate
President Biden’s opening bid on the 2022 budget makes good on his promise to use a “whole of government” approach to address climate change.
UPDATED: Senate Passes Wash. Refrigerant GHG Bill
A bill to dramatically reduce Washington’s GHG emissions from large refrigeration and air conditioners is near a final vote in the Senate.
Maryland Panel Votes to Boost GHG Goal to 50%
A Maryland House committee approved legislation to increase the state’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target to 50% from 2006 levels.
New York Preps Statewide GHG Emissions Report
New York officials held the first of three public hearings as they prepare the first annual report of statewide GHG emissions required by the CLCPA.
FERC Assesses Climate Impact of Gas Project for 1st Time
In a shift in commission policy, FERC for the first time assessed the greenhouse gas emissions of a proposed natural gas infrastructure project.

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