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Energy Policy Update: February 2, 2024

In the States

GA: At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp emphasized the need for increased production of clean energy to support the growing electric vehicle (EV) industry in the state. Governor Kemp highlighted Georgia's efforts, including the constructio…

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Energy Update: January 12, 2024

In the States

 

FL: At a town hall in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Republican presidential candidate Governor Ron DeSantis discussed the contentious issue of eminent domain in energy pipeline projects, like the Keystone XL oil pipeline. DeSantis emphasized his opposition to "expansive" use of eminen…

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Energy Update: December 22, 2023

In the States

NM: In New Mexico, efforts are underway to significantly update the state's Oil and Gas Act, chiefly driven by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's office after previous attempts stalled in the last legislative session. The act, which hasn't been majorly revised since the 1980s and '9…

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Energy Update: December 1, 2023

In the States

AZ: In a joint announcement, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm unveiled the Southline Transmission Project, a 280-mile energy transmission line from New Mexico to Tucson, designed to improve Arizona's energy grid and support the state's growing…

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Energy Update: November 9, 2023

In the States

MI: Michigan lawmakers, mostly along party line votes,  have approved clean energy bills with a goal of achieving 100% clean energy by 2040 and promoting the use of renewable sources such as wind and solar. Utility Consumers Energy expressed contentment with the legislation's progre…

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Energy Update: October 20, 2023

In the States

CA: California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he will sign a groundbreaking climate bill requiring about 5,000 companies to disclose their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions. The law will apply to both public and private businesses with annual revenues over $1 billion ope…

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Energy Update: September 28, 2023

In the States

GA: Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution are investing an additional $2 billion in battery cell manufacturing facilities at the Metaplant in Bryan County, Georgia, according to an announcement from Governor Brian Kemp. This expansion is set to create 400 new jobs. Governor Kem…

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Energy Update: August 18, 2023

In the States

DE: Governor John Carney, alongside Cabinet members and advocates, recently signed several bills to address climate change in Delaware. Building on years of state agency efforts, Carney's 2021 Climate Action Plan focuses on reducing emissions and enhancing resilience. Carney stated,…

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Energy Update: July 7, 2023

In the States

CO, HI, ID, NM, NV, WY: Western governors representing six states and territories expressed their united support for streamlining climate solutions during the annual meeting of the Western Governors' Association (WGA). Colorado Governor Jared Polis highlighted the shared challenges …

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Energy Update: May 30, 2023

In the States

AK: Governor Mike Dunleavy of Alaska signed a bill permitting the state's entrance into carbon credit markets during the second annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference. The law, known as Senate Bill 48 or the "trees bill", aims to generate revenue through the sale of carbon off…

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Energy Update: May 5, 2023

In the States

MI: Governor Gretchen Whitmer approved a $130 million state appropriation for an electric vehicle (EV) center at the University of Michigan. Located on the North Campus with the College of Engineering, the center will be part of $16.6 billion in projects aimed at creating 16,300 jo…

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Energy Update: April 4, 2023

In the States

AKAlaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has introduced a bill to create a new financing entity for smaller-scale energy conservation and renewable energy projects in residential, commercial, and institutional buildings. The proposed legislation, Senate Bill 125 and House Bill 154, author…

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Energy Update: March 24, 2023

In the States

 

AK: Governor Mike Dunleavy applauded the Biden administration’s approval of ConocoPhilips’ proposed Willow project on federal land, while bemoaning restrictions placed on drilling. Willow, which is located on Alaska’s North Slope, has a footprint of about 500 acres. ConocoPhil…

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Energy Update: March 6, 2023

In the States

 

AL: Governor Kay Ivey announced that Nucor Corp. is building a new manufacturing facility in Decatur to produce transmission towers. The plant, which will be highly automized, will produce over 200 jobs and $125 million in new investments. “Alabama offers world-class companies…

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Energy Update: February 13, 2023

 

In the States

 

CO: Governor Jared Polis ordered state action to combat rising energy bills. “I am directing the Public Utility Commission to improve long-term price stability and reduce customer exposure to price spikes," Governor Polis said during a press conference. The directi…

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Energy Update: January 20, 2023

In the States

 

AK: Governor Mike Dunleavy outlined planned legislation to regulate carbon markets in Alaska. The Carbon Management Bill Package will create statutory and regulatory structures on carbon offsets, which are purchased by companies to meet statutory or voluntary carbon reduction …

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Energy Update: January 6, 2023

In the States

MEGovernor Janet Mills’ emergency energy relief plan was unanimously approved by a Maine legislative committee, passing in a 13-0 vote after a marathon hearing lasting seven hours. Governor Mills responded by saying “"This measure – while not perfect t…

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Energy Update: December 9, 2022

In the States

 

MA: Governor-elect Maura Healey is committed to an equitable transition away from fossil fuels, a top transition official said. Gina McCarthy, the former EPA Administrator and White House national climate advisor, is the co-chair of Healey’s “Climate Readiness, Resiliency and …

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Energy Update: November 18, 2022

In the States

 

IN: Governor Eric Holcomb concluded an economic development trip to Egypt on November 14th, including a stop at the United Nations Climate Conference of the Parties (COP27) in Sharm El Sheikh. Governor Holcomb is the first Indiana governor to participate in a UN COP event, and…

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Energy Update: October 7, 2022

In the States

AK: Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the creation of the Office of Energy Innovation, to address the state’s changing energy needs. The office will work to support the centralization of the state’s efforts to improve the reliability of Alaska’s energy. It will utili…

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