State and Local Policy

California Must Triple Capacity to Reach 100% Clean Energy
A new report found that California will need to build renewable generation and storage resources at a record pace to provide 100% clean energy by 2045.
Nevada Bill Would Tax EV Charging
As more fuel-efficient cars and electric vehicles hit the roads, the Nevada legislature seeks to make up for declining gas tax revenue.
RI Senate Passes Bill with Enforceable Emissions Targets
The Rhode Island Senate passed a bill that would strengthen the state’s emission-reduction targets and make them legally binding.
RI Seeks Munis’ Input on Microgrid Funding
Rhode Island is seeking input from municipalities to ensure a plan to fund community microgrids meets their needs.
Icahn Capital Given 2 Seats on FirstEnergy’s Board
FirstEnergy announced it had reached an agreement with Icahn Capital to add two of the conglomerate’s employees as new members to the utility’s board.
Minnesota Power IRP Pledges End to Coal by 2035
Shutting down coal-fired power plants and adding 400 MW of solar and wind power are the primary objectives in Minnesota Power’s proposed IRP.
NY Greenlights 100-MW High Bridge Wind Farm
A local opposition group is considering filing a rehearing request or lawsuit following the approval of the 100-MW High Bridge wind farm in Guilford, N.Y.
EV Policy Recommendations Take Shape in Oregon
A state-led advisory group examining Oregon's EV infrastructure needs is zeroing in on a set of policy recommendations for Gov. Kate Brown.
Mass. Climate Bill Rewrites Roles of Key Agencies
Under the pending Massachusetts climate bill, the DPU would have to adjust its mission to align with the state's emissions mandates.
Report: Storage Program a Boon for Affordable Housing
A report found that affordable housing units with solar plus energy storage benefit from participation in a Massachusetts' Mass Saves storage program.

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