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September 5, 2024

State and Local Policy

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WoodMac: New Solar Hits 54% of New Generation in US in Q1
Recent reports from industry analyst Wood Mackenzie show new solar soaring but energy storage slumping.
New York City Department of Transportation
NJ Sues as NYC Congestion Scheme Takes Form
New York City transit officials began working to implement their controversial congestion pricing scheme as New Jersey filed a lawsuit seeking to block it.
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Inslee Challenges Cap-and-trade Role in High Wash. Gas Prices

Washington’s Democratic leaders struck back at critics who blame the state’s 6-month-old cap-and-trade program for producing the highest gasoline prices in the U.S.

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NYC Housing Authority Wants a 120-Volt Stove Brought to Market
The nation’s largest public housing authority is trying to jumpstart development of lower-voltage cooking equipment so more of its half-million residents can switch away from gas stoves.
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Overheard at NARUC Summer Policy Summit 2023
NARUC's annual Summer Policy Summit attracted more than 1,000 attendees for discussions on understanding and preparing for the challenges that lie ahead.
Tucson Electric Power
Mixed Views on Impact of Arizona Climate Alliance Membership
Arizona’s decision to join the U.S. Climate Alliance could rev the state’s clean energy economy, some observers said, but others warn that politics could get in the way.
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Maine Blows Past Heat Pump Installation Target
Maine Gov. Janet Mills wants 175,000 more heat pumps installed by 2027 as Maine continues climate protection efforts.
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NYDPS Report Shows State Emissions Down Nearly 50M MT
The New York Department of Public Service released its first report card on how well the state is complying with its Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act mandates.
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Energy Transition Costs Give NY Utility Commissioners Pause
The first formal review of progress on New York's landmark climate protection act puts costs to date at $44 billion but does not predict the eventual total.
Vineyard Wind
OSW Industry Group Sees Growth Beyond Turbulence
The Business Network for Offshore Wind lists recent achievements for young U.S. industry and is optimistic despite near-term challenges.

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