• Fundamental analytical tools for examining climate policy, including cap-and-trade basics, and cost of carbon
• Background and status of regional cap-and-trade systems, especially the Western Climate Initiative (WCI) and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI)
• Mandatory reporting guidelines in Washington, Oregon and California
• The state of environmental markets for emissions reductions via carbon credits (or offsets) and renewable energy credits (RECs).
• Brief review of state and federal tax policies for renewable energy and alternative fuels, and Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS)
• Voluntary efforts by states, cities and higher education institutions that include targets and commitments related to emissions reductions, reporting and cross-jurisdictional cooperation

Intended audience:

• Professional services providers whose clients seek strategic guidance emerging costs, risks and opportunities
• Technical and environmental practitioners whose clients seek to develop strategies to respond to climate change legislation and energy policies
• Policy analysts and researchers in government and higher education whose agendas are shifting to include climate concerns

Instructor Bio: Joshua Skov , Principal, Good Company, earned an M.A. in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. Mr. Skov is a LEED™ Accredited Professional. Mr. Skov combines extensive experience with sustainability indicators and expertise in economics with the ability to communicate issues of sustainability in a practical and meaningful manner. His research and consulting have assisted corporations, universities and public agencies in understanding how the challenge of sustainability relates to their organizations, assessing social and environmental performance, and implementing measures to address these emerging issues. Mr. Skov is an adjunct instructor in the Department of Planning, Public Policy and Management at the University of Oregon.

After completing this course participants will be able to: provide clarity and structure for understanding the overlapping web of climate and energy policies that have arisen quickly at the state, regional and municipal levels.

What to bring: Pen/pencil/notepad, coffee mug and water bottle (to reduce waste!). Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the prevailing weather. Coffee & tea will be provided.

REGISTRATION: $295 (*$225 reduced tuition is available for Native American tribes; government employees; nonprofits; students). You may register via the link below or by calling the Northwest Environmental Training Center at 206-762-1976.
Student Rate $125*

Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the event and 50 percent refundable (or 100% credit) thereafter up to 3 business days prior to the event. No refunds are issued for cancellations occurring less than 3 business days before the start day. Course registration fees and cancellation policy are subject to change without notice.

Disability Accommodations: To request disability accommodations, please contact us at info@nwetc.org or (206) 762-1976 at least 30 days prior to the event.

If you have any questions please contact info@nwetc.org.