The US state of Washington may introduce a carbon tax after Democrats took control of the State's Senate during recent elections. But the raised funds are generally funneled back to citizens, invested in climate projects, or spent on other government programs (see “Canada Moves Ahead on Carbon Taxes, Leaving the U.S. Behind”). A number of other states have proposed similar measures, but none have been successfully implemented, owing to a lack of legislative or public support. In Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said he will not impose any new taxes on carbon, although his government is considering introducing legislation that would require provinces and territories to do so. The Washington State proposal hasn't been finalised, but proceeds would be likely to be applied to support renewable energy sources and infrastructure.
The US state of Washington may introduce a carbon tax after Democrats took control of the State's Senate during recent elections. A number of other states have proposed similar measures, but none have been successfully implemented, owing to a lack of legislative or public support. In Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said he will not impose any new taxes on carbon, although his government is considering introducing legislation that would require provinces and territories to do so. The Washington State proposal hasn't been finalised, but proceeds would be likely to be applied to support renewable energy sources and infrastructure.