January 22, 2025

renewable portfolio standard (RPS)

Report: Urban Land Use Key for Md. Solar Goals
Placing solar arrays in urban areas would help Maryland reach its RPS while conserving productive farmland, according to a new report.
Overheard at NECA Legislative Update
The COVID-19 pandemic upended legislative business across New England, though state legislatures still advanced energy legislation.
NYPSC OKs NYPA Project, ‘Priority’ Tx Criteria
The New York PSC designated NYPA’s Northern New York transmission line as a high priority, allowing it to bypass NYISO’s public policy planning process.
Energy Amendments on NM, Nevada Ballots
Voters in New Mexico and Nevada will make major decisions on their states’ energy futures come Election Day in November.
RI Updates 2030 Load and Renewables Forecast
Rhode Island will need to add about 440 GWh of renewable energy annually to meet the state’s goal of 100% renewable energy by 2030, Brattle said.
Maine Makes Record Renewable Procurement
The Maine PUC announced a 546-MW procurement of renewable energy, its largest since restructuring more than 20 years ago.
New Jersey BPU OKs 2nd Offshore Wind Solicitation
The New Jersey BPU voted to seek 1,200 to 2,400 MW in its 2nd solicitation for offshore wind, continuing efforts to achieve 7,500 MW by 2035.
Study: Calif. Must Build Renewables at Record Rate
California must build renewables and storage at an unprecedented pace to reach its goal of 100% zero-carbon energy by 2045.
Coastal States Seek Balance on Offshore Wind
East Coast state officials with offshore wind goals said they are trying to balance the urgency of projects with the potential economies.
FERC Report Touts High-voltage Benefits
Development of new high-voltage transmission lines could provide benefits for the U.S. electricity system, FERC said in a recent report.

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