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R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-82-1. Short title
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This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Implementation of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Act.”
R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-82-2. Legislative findings
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It is hereby found and declared by the general assembly as follows: (1) Scientific findings indicate that the increase in greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide, is accelerating the natural greenhouse effect resulting in changes in the Earth’s climate; (2) Climate cha…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-82-3. Definitions
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As used in this chapter: (1) “Allowance” means an authorization to emit a fixed amount of carbon dioxide; (2) “Board” means the renewable energy coordinating board established pursuant to chapter 42-140.3. (3) “Council” means the energy efficiency and resources management council…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-82-4. Regional greenhouse gas initiative implementation
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(a) The department shall, in consultation with the public utilities commission, the office, council, and board, through rules and regulations, establish the state’s rules for participation in RGGI. (b) The department’s rules and regulations for participation in a carbon cap and t…
