# 7/1/26 - Virginia returns to RGGI

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Podcast: [VPM Daily Newscast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vpm-daily-newscast-1019051)
Published: 2026-07-01T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.vpm.org/show/vpm-daily-newscast
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Read more from VPM News: Virginia rejoins regional carbon emissions marketplace Capital Trees helps Henrico engage with residents on climate goals Other links: More red light cameras coming to Richmond as citations, warnings rack up (WRIC) Voluntary water conservation in Richmond starts July 1 amid statewide drought (WTVR) Virginia's law books swell with hundreds of new measures on July 1 (Richmond Times-Dispatch)* County With 37 Data Centers Asks Schools to ‘Conserve Electricity’ (404 Media)* US Supreme Court upholds transgender athlete ban in women and girls' sports (NPR) *This outlet uses a paywall. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.

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