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California ARB adopts 3-year research plan; net negative CO2; racial equity

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CARB’s Research Program supports the implementation of the Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act of 2008 (SB 375)—a key component for California’s meeting its 2050 climate goal. —CARB Research Division Chief Elizabeth Scheehle. Transportation trends.

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ARB: California not tracking to meet required GHG reductions due to transportation; significant changes in communities and systems required

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—“2018 Progress Report”. The Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act of 2008, Senate Bill (SB) 375, was passed into law in 2008. SB 375 recognizes the critical role of integrated transportation, land use, and housing decisions to meet state climate goals. —“2018 Progress Report”.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

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percent per year over the next four years so that in 2018 there is a ten percent reduction from the baseline. The first auction for allowances was held on September 25, 2008. The WCI released a design document laying out its basic program parameters in September 2008. The program then reduces the cap by 2.5 Another six U.S.

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