Extending Cap-and-Trade Program Saves Working Families $3.9 Billion, Creates 287,000 Jobs and $55 Billion in Economic Growth

Washington, May 7 -- As state lawmakers strive to extend California's cap-and-trade program this year, a new report from Environmental Defense Fund and Greenline Insights found extending the program through 2045 will bring significant economic gains for Californians. SACRAMENTO - As state lawmakers strive to extend California's cap-and-trade program this year, a new report from Environmental Defense Fund and Greenline Insights found extending the program through 2045 will bring significant economic gains for Californians.

"The report findings are clear: lawmakers must act without delay to extend and strengthen this critical program. Let's continue to lead the world in economic prosperity and climate action," said Katelyn Roedner Sutter, ...