Key Findings By focusing on a narrow subset of Washington’s CO2 emissions, the low-carbon fuel standard (LCFS) is certain to be more expensive than alternatives. The claim that the LCFS would not increase prices and that costs haven’t been higher than expected is contradicted by the data and the statements of LCFS supporters themselves. The […]
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LCFS debate continues in Senate committee
With the passage of E3SHB 1091 in the state House earlier this month, the debate over its proposed low carbon fuel standard (LCFS) continued during a March 10 public hearing in the Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Committee. Much of the testimony from both industry and environmentalists centered on the effectiveness of the program and […]
Proposal for cleaner fuel in Washington could raise gas prices
Republican critics cited a 2019 study by the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, which found a clean fuel standard could raise gasoline prices 57-cents a gallon. OLYMPIA, Wash. — A proposal for a new clean fuel standard in Washington state, which could raise gas prices, passed off the floor of the state’s House Saturday and […]
‘This is bad policy’: Low-carbon fuel bill in Olympia would raise cost of gas, diesel
A bill addressing climate change, one of Gov. Jay Inslee’s goals for this legislative session, passed in the Washington House of Representatives on Saturday with support from Democrats. During a virtual floor debate, Republicans opposed the measure. … … Republicans say it could raise the price of gasoline for every Washingtonian by 57 cents and […]
House passes LCFS bill amid concerns over cost, program effectiveness
The State House passed 3SHB 1091 on Feb. 27 which would create a low carbon fuel standard (LCFS). The measure moved forward following hours of debate and a variety of technical amendments. Prior to the 52-46 vote, Republican lawmakers unsuccessfully sought to add several amendments, including one that would preserve a provision in the 2015 […]
Greens’ claims about costs of a biofuel mandate riddled with errors and contradictions
Low-carbon fuel standards increase prices. That reality is, however, politically inconvenient. Advocates of HB 1091, which would impose a low-carbon fuel standard (LCFS), continue to pollute the discussion with silly claims in an effort to hide what is a simple truth. Most recently, Climate Solutions published a two-page flier on the cost of the LCFS, […]
Washington farm groups skeptical about promised clean fuels bonanza
OLYMPIA — Washington House Democrats are again moving to adopt a low-carbon fuel standard, and farm groups continue to be among those pushing back. The policy requires gasoline and diesel to have more alternative fuels such as ethanol and renewable diesel. Supporters say the mandate fights climate change and creates markets for farmers. Northwest Agricultural […]
Governor’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard Legislation Garners Low Enthusiasm from Local Legislator
… “We have to be cognizant, as legislators, of our lower income families and families that struggle just to make it into work,” said Rep. Steele. “This low carbon fuel standard does drive up the cost of fuel.” … The bill has made it to the House floor and failed several times in the past. […]
How the low-carbon fuel standard may hurt working class families
Governor Inslee and Democrats in Olympia are once again pushing a low-carbon fuel standard, in an effort to encourage greener options in the state fuel market. But critics argue that it will greatly cost the state and have little return on investment. Randy Pepple is with the group Affordable Fuel Washington and joined the Dori […]
Cost is too high for Washington state low carbon fuel standards
Once again Gov. Jay Inslee is pitching a low carbon fuel standard plan for Washington state. And, yet again, it’s price tag at the pump is too much for state residents, particularly for farmers and long-haul truckers. … Washington competes with other states for businesses. We must remain competitive. In addition, many Washingtonians are hurting financially […]