State and Local Policy

Nevada Reveals ZEV Program Details
A proposes Nevada ZEV program would allow small-volume car manufacturers to earn credits to bank or transfer through the state market for selling ZEVs.
Washington Jet Biofuel Plant Lands $600M Equity Commitment
A planned $1.5 billion jet biofuel plant in Western Washington has received a potential $600 million to finance initial construction.
Maryland Panel Votes to Boost GHG Goal to 50%
A Maryland House committee approved legislation to increase the state’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target to 50% from 2006 levels.
NC Net-zero Goals Could Hinge on Duke IRPs
The North Carolina Utilities Commission is considering Duke Energy's integrated resource plan in a series of six hearings over the next two months.
Nonprofit Taps Community Land Trusts for Solar
Spark Northwest works with community land trusts to address the challenges of bringing rooftop solar to low- and moderate-income households.
Reports Map out Many Routes to Net Zero
The authors of four U.S.-focused reports shared their insights on the policies they believe can drive rapid decarbonization across sectors.
NY Residents Largely Oppose Danskammer Plant Repowering
New York residents overwhelmingly opposed rebuilding the 532-MW gas-fired Danskammer peaker plant as a 600-MW combined cycle unit.
Colo. Regulators Consider the Advantages of Interstate Tx
The Colorado PUC discussed the potential benefits of interstate transmission planning, while the Senate is reviewing a bill requiring RTO membership.
Clean Energy Groups Press for Carbon-free TVA by 2030
A leading advocate for green power in the Southeast is calling on the Tennessee Valley Authority to operate a carbon-free grid by the end of this decade.
Wind Project Sows Controversy in southeastern Washington
Residents of the Tri-Cities area in Washington state oppose a wind project that Scout Clean Energy has proposed building on the Horse Heaven Hills.

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