Ecology warns EITE allowance allocations could clash with cap; Quebec presents 'consignment' funding model
Department of Ecology staff told the Environment and Energy Committee that emissions‑intensive, trade‑exposed (EITE) free allowance allocations risk conflicting with Washington’s Cap and Invest cap within decades. Quebec officials described a 'consignment' approach that auctions retained allowances and reserves proceeds for facility decarbonization projects.
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Representative Dolio invited staff from the Department of Ecology and a delegation from Quebec to discuss how Washington treats emissions‑intensive trade‑exposed facilities under the Climate Commitment Act.
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