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How could California Air Resources Board address the emissions shortfall to meet future climate targets?

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California Air Resources Board may face tougher regulations amid emissions shortfall The state of California is currently only halfway to its 2030 emissions target, and at the current pace, analysis suggests the state may not meet this goal until 2034. This shortfall, combined with federal interference in climate efforts, is forcing the California Air Resources Board to consider additional actions. These actions could include implementing tougher regulations or introducing new incentives specifically targeting pollution from cars, trucks, and other transportation sources. Furthermore, the Board must evaluate the effects of federal rollbacks on the state’s climate goals as part of its next year’s scoping plan process.

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Dozens of influential lawmakers gathered in Los Angeles to mark the 20th anniversary of the Global Warming Solutions Act. New data shows that California is only halfway to its 2030 target, and at the current pace, it may not meet the goal until 2034.

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- latimes.com Oct 22
Due to the emissions shortfall and the threat of federal interference, regulators are considering additional actions to ramp down transport emissions and ensure the state stays on track with its science-based targets. The California Air Resources Board will further evaluate the effects of federal rollbacks as part of next year’s scoping plan process.

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- latimes.com Oct 22

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California is only halfway to its 2030 target, which requires cutting emissions to 40% below 1990 levels.latimes.com
At the current pace, California may not hit the 2030 target until 2034.latimes.com
Transportation remains the state’s largest source of climate and air pollution.latimes.com
The state’s grid operator needs $62 billion in transmission upgrades over the next 10 years to meet mandated climate goals.latimes.com

Why it matters

The State of California has made significant progress, having grown into the fourth-largest economy today, while simultaneously slashing emissions. However, the failure to meet the 2030 target puts immense pressure on the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to implement more aggressive and costly regulatory measures. This includes potentially introducing tougher regulations or new incentives to address transportation emissions, which remain the state's largest source of pollution.

This regulatory pressure is compounded by the need for massive infrastructure investment, including $62 billion in transmission upgrades over the next decade. Furthermore, the state must navigate the challenges posed by federal rollbacks, which threaten to derail the momentum built by California’s landmark climate law.

What we don't know yet

What specific tougher regulations or incentives will CARB consider to address the transportation emissions shortfall?
How will the state balance aggressive climate goals with affordability issues for residents dependent on natural gas and gasoline?

What would change this answer

Federal policy shifts increase support for California's electric vehicle sales targetsThe momentum for emissions reduction could be strengthened, potentially easing the immediate regulatory pressure on CARB.

The state fails to secure funding for the required $62 billion in transmission upgradesThe ability of CARB to enforce climate goals will be severely limited, making the 2030 target even harder to reach.

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latimes.comOct 22

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