Environment · September 23, 2026

California advances proposed carbon-market link with Washington

A state decision opens the regulatory process for linking the two markets.

Illustrative photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0; illustrative photo

California says the proposed link could create a larger carbon market under its Cap-and-Invest program. The September action authorizes the Air Resources Board to begin the public regulatory process.

What it means locally

The markets are not linked yet. Regulatory steps and public review remain before a final arrangement.

Original source and further details: Governor of California →