Environment
WA’s carbon auction prices — and gas prices — are down from 2023
Washington’s latest carbon auction raised $237.2 million, bringing 2024’s cap-and-invest revenue up to $561.7 million with
John Stang
John Stang is a freelance writer who often covers state government and the environment. He can be reached on email at johnstang_8@hotmail.com and on Twitter at @johnstang_8
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Environment
Washington farmers want their promised carbon-pricing exemptions
Small family farms struggling to navigate cap-and-invest regulations say the Department of Ecology hasn’t done enough outreach or education.
News
WA rolls out one of the nation’s most generous EV rebate programs
Open to low- and middle-income residents who want to buy or lease an electric vehicle, the new program could benefit a third of the state’s families.
Politics
Election cybersecurity top of mind in WA’s Secretary of State race
Democratic incumbent Steve Hobbs and Republican challenger Dale Whitaker clash over how to handle political misinformation ahead of the primary.
Politics
Washington families can apply now for $200 utility bill credits
As many as 675,000 low- and moderate-income Washington families are eligible for a $200 credit on their electric bills