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January 14, 2025

Fossil Fuels

Natural Gas Use Expected to Rise in NY
New York will see an increase in new natural gas plants and hours of operation of existing plants after the Indian Point Nuclear Energy Center closes.
Vote on Mass. Climate Bill Delayed in Senate
Massachusetts Sen. Bruce Tarr delayed the vote on a climate bill after lawmakers reworked the text to incorporate amendments from Gov. Charlie Baker.
Cut Peakers, Boost Storage, NY Climate Council Hears
Residents speaking to New York’s Climate Action Council urged haste in stopping construction of new gas-fired power plants and closing old peaker plants.
Amazon Backs Washington’s Low-carbon Fuel Bill
Amazon threw its support behind a Washington state bill to trim carbon emissions from motor vehicle fuels sold in the state.
Carbon Tax Bill Gains Supporters in Wash.
A proposed Washington carbon emissions tax drew support from environmentalists, activists for low-income residents, communities of color.
Del. David Fraser-Hidalgo
Maryland Carbon Pricing Bill Rejected for 4th Time
A Maryland House committee on Monday rejected a proposed carbon pricing bill, with eight Democrats siding with seven Republicans in opposition.
Mass. Bill Taps Tax Refunds for Climate-vulnerable Countries
Massachusetts could be the first state to allow residents to donate their tax refunds to help developing nations build resilient communities.
Colo. AQCC Approves Deal on Pneumatic Devices
The Colorado AQCC enacted the nation’s strictest rules around methane emissions from the pneumatic controllers used in oil and gas production facilities.
National Grid Explores Hydrogen for Home Heating
National Grid is participating in research to determine how to convert existing gas networks to support hydrogen that could be used for home heating.
IRP Details Conn.’s Paths to Carbon-free Future
Connecticut DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes spoke about the state’s latest IRP and its recommendations for a carbon-free electric supply by 2040.

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