State and Local Policy

Cuomo Proposes Streamlining NY’s Renewable Siting
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a push to amend this year’s state budget to speed up the permitting and construction of renewable energy projects.
Michigan PSC Orders DTE to Redo IRP
The Michigan PSC told DTE Electric to extensively revise its 15-year IRP, finding the utility didn’t adequately factor in the benefits of renewable energy.
Calif. Energy Commission Relaxes Rooftop Mandate
The California Energy Commission allowed the Sacramento Municipal Utility District to sell solar power as an alternative to solar panels on new homes.
Spotty EV Growth, TOU Enrollment Challenges States
State regulators at NARUC's Winter Policy Summit remain upbeat about the potential for electric vehicles to help decarbonization efforts.
Critics: Pa. RGGI Hearing Stacked with Detractors
Testifiers told a Pennsylvania legislative panel joining RGGI undermines the state’s energy production dominance and does not accelerate CO2 emissions.
Indiana Bill Seeks Slowdown of Coal Closures
The Indiana House of Reps passed a bill that could prolong the retiring or selling coal plants when the state is moving toward cleaner alternatives.
Bakersfield Balks at Electrification with CPUC
Members of the California PUC met in Bakersfield and heard a much different kind of public comment than they’re used to in San Francisco.
NJ Unveils Plan for 100% Clean Energy by 2050
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy outlined how the state will meet its goal of 100% “clean energy” and an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas by 2050.
Connecticut Weighs Pros, Cons of ISO-NE Markets
Connecticut regulators hosted a public hearing to examine whether ISO-NE’s wholesale electricity markets are geared to serving clean energy objectives.
NYPSC Expands Energy Efficiency, Indexes RECs
The New York PSC committed an additional $2 billion to energy efficiency and building-electrification programs and created an index renewable energy credit.

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