Climate Agreement From West Coast Leaders Emphasizes Equity (1)

California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia agreed Thursday to speed up work to fight climate change, promising protections for places hit by its worsening impacts and equity for those bearing the brunt of pollution.

The governors and premier agreed to support for “an equitable and just transition to a low carbon and climate resilient future, emphasizing investments in overburdened communities,” according to a statement.

To achieve those goals, the leaders in their agreement pledged to expand climate policy and infrastructure—including cleaner electric grids, greener ports, and more electric vehicle charging stations.

West Coast states “understand the success—our cap-and-trade bills, our ...