As Washington inks ‘most ambitious’ climate rules in U.S., lawmaker praises tech’s supporting role
May 19, 2021 at 3:30 pm
The electrification of Washington’s ferry system is one of the plans for cutting the state’s carbon emissions. (Brent Roraback Photo)
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee this week signed into law what many are calling the nation’s most ambitious package of climate policies. One of the key lawmakers behind the legislation gives the region’s tech and business sectors some of the credit for the state’s ability to lead in tackling climate change.
“We have an entrepreneurial spirit that allows us to think big,” said Sen. Reuven Carlyle, prime sponsor of the Climate Commitment Act, which puts a cap on carbon pollution in Washington.
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