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Needles City approves sale of 2023 greenhouse-gas allowances amid debate over local benefit
Summary
The Needles City Council approved a 2023 greenhouse-gas allowance transaction with CP Energy Marketing LP but drew objections from a board member who said the town—s $620,000 benefit flows to corporations; staff said a local solar project would provide only a small offset to compliance costs.
The Needles City Council on Oct. 15 approved an agreement to sell 2023 greenhouse-gas emission allowances to CP Energy Marketing LP after a brief debate over local benefits.
A board member opposing the transaction said the town of about 5,000 residents was effectively losing money to outside firms, saying, "we have a $620,000 and it goes for nothing. It goes to corporations. I am appalled." Staff…
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