- The Trump administration is facing executive orders that deprioritize climate action and DEI, alongside a lawsuit seeking the restoration of canceled farm grants.
- The Trump administration blocked stringent California emissions rules via executive action, citing EV rejection to loosen standards.
- Trump's regulatory actions and the resulting lawsuit challenge California's emissions authority.
California to Link Cap-and-Invest Program with Washington State Market
What happened
California is moving forward with plans to link its cap-and-invest program to that of Washington State, a move officials say will cut more pollution and increase revenue for state programs. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the plan at Climate Week in New York City, where he was discussing international leadership. The California Air Resources Board will begin the public process to link the two state markets.
From latimes.com
Why it matters
The cap-and-invest program requires major polluters, including power plants, oil refineries, and industrial facilities, to pay for their emissions. The linkage is estimated to generate $8 billion for the state’s climate fund through 2030 and provide $10 billion in direct relief to electricity customers through bill credits.
The move occurs as Newsom uses international platforms to counter President Trump's political profile regarding climate policy.
From latimes.com
Who's involved
- Gavin NewsomAnnounced the linkage plan while positioning himself as a climate leader.
- California Air Resources BoardThe state's top air agency responsible for administering the cap-and-invest program.
- State of CaliforniaThe government whose climate program is being linked to the new market.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- State of CaliforniaSpeculative
The state could see its policy aims met by generating substantial revenue for the climate fund.
- AvistaSpeculative
The utility company could be exposed to market price changes resulting from the linked cap-and-invest program.
Keep exploring
Part of
Trump's regulatory actions and the resulting lawsuit challenge California's emissions authority.Also in this story
- Trump's memo superseded the California Air Resources Board's evaluation authority.
- Donald Trump's memo is viewed by some as an attack on the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
- President directs Lee Zeldin regarding civil enforcement actions and cites CARB certification processes for aftermarket parts.
- A CEO commented on a ruling regarding Roundup liability, which is facing challenges from environmental group criticism.
The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Gavin Newsom
40th governor of California since 2019
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California Air Resources Board
clean air agency in the government of California
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