Among provisions in a draft bill released by House Democrats, intended to reduce emissions by 2050, is a requirement for utilities to join an ISO or RTO.

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 regulators hosted a public hearing to examine whether ISO-NE’s wholesale electricity markets are geared to serving clean energy objectives.

The New York PSC committed an additional $2 billion to energy efficiency and building-electrification programs and created an index renewable energy credit.

The California PUC approved $830 million in incentives for self-generation with the goal of benefiting disadvantaged customers who live in fire-prone areas.

Trump’s Council on Environmental Quality proposed easing environmental reviews under NEPA, calling for tighter deadlines and more formal cooperation.

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signaled the state will continue to step up efforts to decarbonize its economy with an eye to spreading the benefits.

NYISO plans to devote one day a month for stakeholders to discuss reliability and market issues related to integrating clean energy resources.

The electrification of buildings is receiving increased attention in 2020, as several cities consider banning using natural gas for heating and cooking.

Virginia legislators announced a bipartisan bill that would end the electric market monopoly, allowing consumers to choose their electric provider.