JOURNAL ARTICLE

Virginia Is Part of Successful Climate Alliance. Now Republicans Want to Abandon It.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 21 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kluger, Jeffrey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the implications of Virginia's potential withdrawal from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a coalition of 12 northeastern states aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Since joining RGGI in 2020, Virginia has seen a 16.8% reduction in power plant emissions and has raised over $650 million for environmental projects. However, Governor Glenn Youngkin's administration has initiated steps to exit RGGI, citing it as a tax on homeowners, despite significant public support for remaining in the initiative. The article highlights concerns from environmental groups about the impact of this decision on climate efforts and the potential for similar actions in other states like Pennsylvania and North Carolina. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/07, p21
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Power and Energy
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:164892684
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