California adopts ambitious climate change law

California adopts ambitious climate change law –

This week Governor Jerry Brown signed new legislation that will require the Golden State to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030. The move makes California a global leader in climate policy—the state is the world’s sixth-largest economy and whether it can achieve its targets will set a precedent for other economic powerhouses. We’re routing for you, Cali! Los Angeles Times