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Weakened Climate Rules Shift Renewable Lead to Texas, Raise Costs

6/5/2026

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California, New York and Rhode Island have weakened climate policies, granting California $3 billion in pollution allowances.
Texas, Indiana, Kentucky and Utah now dominate renewable growth, with Texas leading wind and overtaking California in solar capacity.
44% of adults worry a great deal about climate change.
65% of voters link climate change to higher living costs.
Experts project a $592 million rise in Maryland electricity bills if climate safeguards are rolled back.

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Story summary

California, New York and Rhode Island have weakened climate policies, granting California $3 billion in pollution allowances.
Texas, Indiana, Kentucky and Utah now dominate renewable growth, with Texas leading wind and overtaking California in solar capacity.
44% of adults worry a great deal about climate change.
65% of voters link climate change to higher living costs.
Experts project a $592 million rise in Maryland electricity bills if climate safeguards are rolled back.