Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Environmental Quality
 
Board
Air Pollution Control Board
 
chapter
Regulation for Emissions Trading [9 VAC 5 ‑ 140]
Action Reduce and Cap Carbon Dioxide from Fossil Fuel Fired Electric Power Generating Facilities (Rev. C17)
Stage NOIRA
Comment Period Ended on 7/26/2017
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7/24/17  9:50 pm
Commenter: Leila M Peck

Cut Carbon Pollution in Virginia with a Strong, Equitable Trading Program
 

I am glad to see Virginia taking steps to cut carbon pollution to combat climate change, despite Trump’s continued attacks on environmental protections. As a Virginian, I am eager to see the state produce a strong, equitable, and scientifically sound plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 

I request that DEQ use its authority to: 

  • Create a rule based on the strongest available science that significantly reduces carbon pollution from Virginia’s power plants. 
  • Ensure that Virginia residents benefit from any profits from carbon standards, especially front-line communities.
  •  Address the disproportionate environmental burdens experienced by vulnerable communities. 
  • Grow the clean energy economy by maximizing investments in zero-carbon wind, solar, and energy efficiency. 
  • Provide accessible public hearing opportunities in the evenings in multiple parts of the state to ensure all concerned Virginians can fully participate in the rule-making process.
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