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1. California here we come?

Author

Mecklin, John

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on climate change, *GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, *GOVERNMENT policy, *GLOBAL warming laws, *EMISSIONS trading, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy
Abstract

The article shares reflections about the climate change program of California. Topics discussed include the state's goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions under the 2006 Global Warming Solutions Act, the state's launch of a market-based cap-and-trade program, and the view that the federal government should follow California's model in terms of its climate change policy.

Published
2014
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2. When the Darkness Consumes the Light….

Author

Scholtes, Jeremy S.

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, *GOVERNMENT policy, *AIR pollution laws, *ENERGY policy
Abstract

The article examines the California Assembly Bill 1493. California is the first state in the U.S. to pass legislation directing its environmental protection agency to promulgate regulations establishing standards for greenhouse gas emissions from new motor vehicles. The background of the 1493 bill regulations is presented including the beginnings of the many preemption challenges against which California must defend. The arguments for and against Clean Air Act, Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and foreign policy preemption are discussed. How and why each of the preemption challenges fails are also summarized.

Published
2008

3. California's Pioneering Transportation Strategy.

Author

Sperling, Daniel and Nichols, Mary

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy, *GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *EMISSION control, *EXECUTIVE orders
Abstract

The article focuses on California's transportation strategies to reduce vehicular emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs). It states that the European Union and other governments have adopted the executive order issued by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2005 which required the state to decrease GHG emissions by 80 percent from 1990 levels by 2050. It also highlights California's implementation of low-carbon fuel standard (LCFS) and the development of low-carbon alternative fuels.

Published
2012

4. Gap insurance: Climate policy under scrutiny in California.

Author

Lundin, Barbara Vergetis

Subjects
UNITED States climate change policy, ENVIRONMENTAL policy, GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, GOVERNMENT policy, EMISSIONS trading, ENVIRONMENTAL justice policy
Abstract

The article reports on the directive released by California Governor Jerry Brown which requires the California Environmental Protection Agency (CaIEPA) to analyze the state's climate policies. Topics include the memorandum which directs to evaluate environment related pollutants including greenhouse gas emission, the several policies in the state which are under scrutiny such as transportation plans, cap-and-trade, and freight plans, and its reflection as environmental justice advocates.

Published
2015

5. Companies ramp up cleanup efforts as AB 32 impacts begin to kick in.

Author

Keller, Ben

Subjects
GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, GOVERNMENT policy, PETROLEUM refineries, ENVIRONMENTAL policy
Abstract

The article focuses on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the San Joaquin Valley, California. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has imposed a carbon fee on utilities, oil refineries and other industries. Carbon emissions in the valley have reduced from 60 metric tons in the year 1990 to 36 metric tons in 2008.

Published
2009

6. Steering California's Fight on Emissions.

Author

Hakim, Danny

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *EMISSION control, *GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, *AUTOMOBILE industry, *ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Focuses on legislation in California to reduce green house gas emissions produced by the automotive industry. Profile of Democratic assemblywoman Fran Pavley and her efforts to support requirement of a 30 percent reduction in greenhouse gasses by 2016; Lawsuit filed by automakers in an attempt to block the legislation; Support for the legislation from environmental groups in California and across the U.S.; Potential impact of the legislation on the progress of global warming.

Published
2004

7. Several States Likely to Follow California on Car Emissions.

Author

Hakim, Danny

Subjects
*GREENHOUSE gas mitigation, *GREENHOUSE gases, *GOVERNMENT policy, *AUTOMOBILES, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *PREVENTION of global warming, *AUTOMOBILE industry & the environment
Abstract

Discusses the possibility that more American states will follow California's plan for sharp cuts in automotive emissions of global warming gases. Likely adoption of vehicles that are substantially cleaner and more fuel efficient; Intention of New Jersey, Rhode Island and Connecticut to start following California's car rules instead of Washington's; States that have adopted California's rules; Challenges facing automobile makers if some large markets insist on big cuts in global-warming gases.

Published
2004

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