Cap and Trade News

Cap and Trade

Cap and trade is an environmental policy tool that delivers results with a mandatory cap on emissions while providing sources flexibility in how they comply. Successful cap and trade programs reward innovation, efficiency and early action, and provide strict environmental accountability without inhibiting economic growth.

Examples of successful cap and trade programs include the nationwide Acid Rain Program and the regional NO_x Budget Trading Program in the Northeast. Additionally, EPA issued the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR) on March 10, 2005, to build on the success of these programs and achieve significant additional emission reductions. (Source: EPA / Photo: Library of Congress)

Articles about Cap and Trade

Energy firms fear 'tremendous decline' in CO2 price

Tue, Jun 14 2011 at 12:20 PM

Proposed regulations could 'severely hamper' investment in low-carbon technologies according to analysts.
Mitt Romney's environmental record

Thu, Jun 02 2011 at 1:32 PM

The latest Republican to officially jump into the presidential race has a history of speaking out on energy and environmental policy.
For Pawlenty, it's not easy being green

Mon, May 23 2011 at 4:15 PM

The former Minnesota governor is perhaps the greenest Republican candidate running for president, but he was once even greener.
Newt Gingrich's environmental scorecard

Wed, May 11 2011 at 2:27 PM

Newt Gingrich may be controversial, but he's also outspoken. (So at least you know where he stands.)
Bin Laden's death could mean second life for cap-and-trade

Wed, May 04 2011 at 5:03 PM

Bill Richardson says the terrorist's death gives President Obama an opportunity to tackle one of the most contentious issues in Washington.
Sen. Bingaman's departure means more uncertainty for the environment

Mon, Feb 21 2011 at 10:32 AM

New Mexico senator's plan to retire creates questions for Democrats and environmentalists in 2012.
What to make of the latest attacks on the EPA

Wed, Feb 02 2011 at 11:21 AM

Lots of noise on Capitol Hill means lots of uncertainty for the agency tasked with fighting polluters.
New Mexico governor forced to allow environmental protections

Fri, Jan 28 2011 at 10:22 AM

Despite her best efforts, Gov. Susana Martinez can't keep environmental regulations from becoming law.
Lieberman's environmental legacy

Wed, Jan 19 2011 at 3:21 PM

Often criticized by members of both parties, Sen. Joseph Lieberman has been a staunch supporter of the environment throughout his career.
Congressman directly asks special interests about government regulation

Tue, Jan 11 2011 at 5:34 PM

Rep. Darrell Issa has sent out a letter to Beltway insiders asking for their thoughts about how Uncle Sam should regulate them.

MNN - Mother Nature Network

Cap and Trade

Articles about Cap and Trade

Energy firms fear 'tremendous decline' in CO2 price

Mitt Romney's environmental record

For Pawlenty, it's not easy being green

Newt Gingrich's environmental scorecard

Bin Laden's death could mean second life for cap-and-trade

Sen. Bingaman's departure means more uncertainty for the environment

What to make of the latest attacks on the EPA

New Mexico governor forced to allow environmental protections

Lieberman's environmental legacy

Congressman directly asks special interests about government regulation

EDITOR'S PICKS

TODAY'S MOST POPULAR