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April 1, 2026

State and Local Policy

Carbon Tax Bill Gains Supporters in Wash.
A proposed Washington carbon emissions tax drew support from environmentalists, activists for low-income residents, communities of color.
Green Transition Sparks Comeback for Utility Securitizations
Utility securitizations are making a comeback as power companies & state governments seek ways to deal with the huge costs associated with decarbonization.
Virginia Takes $43.6M in its 1st RGGI Auction
Virginia sold $43.6 million in carbon dioxide allowances in its first RGGI auction since joining the cap-and-invest program in January.
Hawaii Report Poses ‘Living’ Shoreline to Counter Sea Level Rise
A new report by the University of Hawaii Community Design Center explores the idea of creating “living” shorelines to fight sea level rise.
Nev. Program Seeks Calif. Standards for Vehicle Emissions
Nevada is seeking approval for a program to tighten vehicle emission standards and increase availability of electric cars.
NY Panel Says Circular Economy Will Cut Waste Emissions
The New York State Climate Action Council Waste Advisory Panel is refining ideas for cutting methane, CO2 emissions from organic waste.
NH Bill Seeks All-ZEV State Fleet by 2042
New Hampshire legislators are considering a bill that would require the state’s vehicle fleet to be emissions-free by 2042.
A Clean Grid Means More Infrastructure, Regulator Says
Massachusetts residents want the state’s grid to be clean by 2050, but they're also opposed to the infrastructure projects that will support the transition.
New London, OSW Devs Agree to Deal on Staging Area
Eversource and Ørsted signed a long-term agreement with the city of New London, Conn., to redevelop State Pier as an offshore wind turbine staging area.
Rural Virginia School Districts Skeptical of Electric Buses
New legislation offers Virginia schools a chance to replace polluting diesel buses with electric ones, but battery issues are a roadblock.

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