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Why Carbon Taxes Failed

Economists say the best way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is to tax carbon pollution. But carbon taxes are not working well enough or fast enough. Why Carbon Taxes Failed by Daniel Driscoll explains why they haven’t delivered and how to make them more effective for fighting climate change. Continue reading

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Washington State’s Climate Commitment Act Explained

In November 2024, voters in Washington State will cast ballots on Initiative 2117 which calls for repealing the state’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA is one of seven major laws and programs Washington has enacted to fight climate change. This explainer describes the goals and features of the CCA. Continue reading

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