(CNN) Hawaii on Tuesday became the first state in the country with laws that implement portions of the Paris climate deal. David Ige signed two laws that aim to reduce greenhouse emissions and mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration, a process to store atmospheric carbon monoxide. "Our island communities lead the way when it comes to climate change impacts and policies," Ige told reporters. The signing of Hawaii's laws comes nearly a week after President Donald Trump announced he will withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement on climate change. David Ige signs laws aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Source: CNN June 07, 2017 10:41 UTC