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October 6, 2024

NetZero Insider

Granholm Confirmed by Bipartisan Vote
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm was sworn in as the 16th secretary of energy on Thursday after the Senate confirmed her nomination, 64-35.
RIPUC Rejects Program for Low-income Customers
The Rhode Island PUC rejected a proposal from National Grid to remove barriers for low-income customers to access clean energy.
Calif. Worries High Rates Could Hurt Climate Efforts
California’s energy policy leaders came together to weigh the potential impact of the state’s sharply rising electricity rates on its electrification goals.
Experts Urge Grid Hardening amid Decarbonization Push
Electricity industry experts wrestled with how the Midwest grid can fully decarbonize while facing increasingly common extreme weather events.
Report: US Needs Grid-enhancing Technologies Now
A new report from the WATT Coalition argues that available grid-enhancing technologies could unlock gigawatts of renewables in interconnection queues.
Study: CREZ an Option to Meet 2030 Maine RPS
Maine could benefit from the designation of CREZ for building onshore wind to meet its 2030 renewable portfolio standard of 80%.
Blueprint Frames Carbon Capture as Critical for Climate
The Carbon Capture Coalition is pushing Congress to provide a direct-pay option for the 45Q tax credit and extend the deadline for qualifying.
NY Climate Officials Keep Decarbonization Equity in Mind
New York’s policy makers are hearing from a wide range of organizations and communities insisting on a just and thoughtful transition to cleaner energy.
Follow-up: Controversial East Boston Substation Approved
The Massachusetts Energy Facilities Siting Board tentatively approved the relocation of a substation in East Boston during a public meeting.
UPDATED: Key Vote Looms for Wash. Cap-and-trade Bill
A Washington state cap-and-trade bill designed to cut greenhouse gases and aid low-income residents faces a key vote Feb. 25.

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