Massachusetts Senate (MA Senate)
A bill on public transit electrification in Massachusetts would set a goal of transitioning all bus and rail service by 2035.
After passing an extensive climate law earlier this year, Mass. must look closely at the pathways for rapid decarbonization, consultant Dan Allegretti said.
Some Massachusetts legislators want the Department of Public Utilities to speed up efforts to reduce natural gas use to meet the state's climate goals.
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Sen. Michael Barrett says that “from a legislative view, there is no one focused on responsibility” for the role Mass Save plays in electrification.
Fred Beddall, a full-time commercial farmer in Massachusetts, says that a dual-use policy for solar on agricultural lands needs to be re-examined.
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A proposed regulation meant to protect environmental justice communities in Massachusetts appears to leave only 35 towns eligible to host a biomass plant.
Robert O’Koniewski of the Massachusetts State Auto Dealers Association said reaching the state’s EV goals will require more affordable vehicles and choice.
A bill in Massachusetts seeks to make it easier for any town to participate in the state’s Green Communities program.
Sen. Michael Barrett has suggested that the Mass. Energy Efficiency Advisory Council start over on its current 200-page draft three-year plan.
A new bill in Massachusetts would create funding mechanisms for gas companies to develop renewable thermal energy alternatives.
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