Environmental
Virginia's participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) means the state:
AMust eliminate all fossil fuel use immediately
BParticipates in a cap-and-trade program for CO2 emissions from power plants✓ Correct
COnly applies to residential properties
DIs exempt from federal EPA regulations
Explanation
Virginia joined RGGI's cap-and-trade program for carbon emissions from electric power plants. This affects energy prices, utility rates, and indirectly impacts commercial real estate energy costs in Virginia.
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