It is the first major policy rollout for the climate-oriented Washington governor.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee , left, talks with climate analyst John Davis as they walk in downtown Hamburg, Iowa, on April 12 as he surveys flood damage to the town. By Joshua Partlow Joshua Partlow National and foreign affairs. Former correspondent focusing on Latin America and the Middle East. Email Bio Follow May 3 at 8:00 AM Washington Gov.
“Those goals are scientifically necessary and are absolutely required if we’re going to protect our families and country from the ravages of climate change,” Inslee said in an interview. “These are concrete actions. They’re not ephemeral. These are not unicorns and rainbows.” Inslee’s team hopes that enthusiasm, as well as momentum from the climate bills, could help lift his polling numbers early in the campaign. So far, he has lagged behind at about 1 percent in national polls in a crowded Democratic field.
“I welcome anybody following my leadership,” Inslee said. “Even if you discover climate change late, it’s better late than never.” Washington state relies heavily on hydroelectric power; coal accounts for about 15 percent of the state’s energy, much of it imported. The state’s lone coal-fired power plant is scheduled to close in coming years.
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