Washington linkage with California-Quebec aligns with state climate law, draft ECY analysis finds

Published 23:22 on April 15, 2026 / Last updated at 23:22 on April 15, 2026 / / Americas (Compliance Markets & Taxes, US & Canada)

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Washington’s proposed linkage with the California-Quebec carbon market aligns with the former’s state climate law, as it could subdue allowance prices and minimally shift overall emissions, according to a draft analysis published Wednesday.
Washington’s proposed linkage with the California-Quebec carbon market aligns with the former’s state climate law, as it could subdue allowance prices and minimally shift overall emissions, according to a draft analysis published Wednesday.


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