Former governor insists Washington Clean Fuel Standard will endure federal attacks
California’s clean transportation rules aren’t the only mechanism available to lower emissions in the sector, the former governor of Washington said on Tuesday.
Read MoreWashington proposes SAF, book-and-claim changes to Clean Fuel Standard
Washington regulators released draft changes on Monday to the state’s Clean Fuel Standard (WCFS) programme, supporting the expansion of the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the state.
Read MoreOregon pauses enforcement of ZEV rules following Trump repeal of California’s EV mandate
Oregon regulators announced on Friday a one-year pause from pursuing enforcement of proposed clean car rules in the state based on uncertainty from the federal level.
Read MoreUS EPA sets record-high requirement for domestic renewable fuel volumes
The US EPA announced a proposal that would prioritise domestic biofuels by lowering RIN values for imported fuels, and also set ambitious renewable fuel volume (RVO) obligations for biomass-based diesel under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).
Read MoreCalifornia business groups raise concerns over state transparency on implementation of climate disclosure laws
California industry groups and coalitions told state legislators that key climate disclosure laws should not be exempt from environmental and economic reviews, per the budget language.
Read MoreUPDATE – US EPA replaces clean power plan rules with proposal that preserves coal, natural gas
The US EPA announced on Wednesday a repeal of emissions regulations on new and existing power plants, replacing with new rules that would no longer force the sector to reduce its emissions.
Read MoreLatin America development bank raises €100 mln blue bond
The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) launched its first-ever blue bond, raising €100 mln to support coastal development, the financial institution announced on Tuesday.
Read MoreUS carbon credit developer expands into Costa Rica, aims for fourfold increase in project acreage
A US-based soil carbon project developer announced Tuesday the expansion of its grassland restoration and carbon finance initiatives into Costa Rica, aiming to quadruple its ranchlands acreage being developed with sustainable agricultural practices.
Read MoreBRIEFING: EITE industries warn Washington of emissions leakage risks
Representatives of emissions intensive, trade exposed (EITE) industries in Washington raised concerns over the state’s draft no-cost allocations considerations under cap-and-trade, warning that the proposed frameworks won’t currently protect energy efficient businesses from closing in the state.
Read MoreWashington clarifies guidance on allowance holdings
Companies participating in Washington’s cap-and-trade programme can only hold carbon allowances for themselves, and not for other entities, a state agency said on Thursday.
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