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Thinking about linking
Is bigger better? Are the more always the merrier? Do economies of scale apply to carbon emissions markets? What other benefits may come Washington’s way if the state links its carbon emissions market with the larger Western Climate Initiative marketplace that...
Wayne Gretzky said…
With the Kraken clinching a playoff spot, Wayne Gretzky came to mind. His approach to the game of hockey is a good reminder for us as we build Washington state’s clean economy. That’s why we’re “skating” to Canada -- to see where the puck is going to be.Clean Economy...
Come to Québec this May
Clean & Prosperous Institute has been at the forefront of educating climate stakeholders in Washington about other Cap-and-Invest programs in North America. During our two study missions to California, we met with top government officials, spoke with local...
Oh? Canada?!
If you watched the Super Bowl, you learned some things about Canada and all the things they’ve given us, courtesy of this Crown Royal ad, featuring Dave Grohl, of Foo Fighters and Nirvana fame:Did Canadians really invent American football? Peanut butter? Batteries?...
5th Annual Future of Carbon Policy Forum
2023 PROMISES TO BE A PIVOTAL YEAR FOR CLIMATE ACTION IN WASHINGTON STATE The Climate Commitment Act (CCA) takes effect JANUARY 1st Washington’s legislative session convenes JANUARY 9th Cap-and-Invest allowance auctions begin in FEBRUARY THURSDAY, JANUARY 5TH from 3PM...
CPI Study Mission 2.0
California Study Mission 2.0What can WA learn from CA? We traveled south to find out. Leaders are learners Washington state is a climate action leader. And that’s good for Washington, as it positions us well to prosper in the burgeoning clean economy. But we’re not...
What can WA learn from CA? Come join us to find out.
Leaders are learners. Washington state is a climate action leader. And that’s good for Washington, as it positions us well to prosper in the burgeoning clean economy. But we’re not alone, as other states too are innovating in business and public policy. Washington’s...
Washington’s Decisive Decade
Washington’s Decisive Decade An Emerging Roadmapfor Transportation Decarbonization& Cleaner AirWith the transportation sector accounting for 45% of the state’s emissions, it will receive the majority of upcoming investments from the Climate Commitment Act (CCA)....
What are the facts about the Climate Commitment Act?
As the Climate Commitment Act (CCA) moves to implementation, many Washingtonians have questions about what it does and how it works. Policy experts from our research team at the Clean & Prosperous Institute (CaPI) along with the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) ...
Climate Commitment Act Cost Estimate from Oil Industry Not Grounded in Reality
Recently WSPA retained a NERA Economic Associate Director to predict allowance prices, household costs, and energy-intensive sector output impacts for the Climate Commitment Act. No model should be treated as usefully predictive when it does not provide sufficient...