California Gov. Gavin Newsom extends cap-and-trade program aimed at curbing carbon emissions

California Gov. Gavin Newsom extends cap-and-trade program aimed at curbing carbon emissions

The program known as cap and trade sets a declining limit on total greenhouse gas emissions in the state from major polluters. Companies must reduce their emissions, buy allowances from the state or other businesses, or fund projects aimed at offsetting their pollution. Money the state receives from...

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