In recent years, we’ve witnessed increasingly severe storms, leading to increased flooding. And, this hurricane season is predicted to be a particularly active one because of rising global temperatures. As a coastal state, we must take steps to address climate change.
In the last session, we passed several bills to expand clean energy initiatives.
Expanding solar: We passed a bill to expand the use of solar power in the state and, in particular, remove limits on new solar production, and expand permitting for solar canopies – ground- or roof-mounted structures designed to hold solar panels.
Expanding renewable energy delivery: We also passed a bill to make it easier for the state to procure more renewable energy, like wind and hydropower, and deliver it at lower prices to consumers.
Power generated by renewable energy sources like wind and solar doesn’t produce harmful greenhouse gas emissions and can help mitigate climate change. As a representative of a district with miles of coastline, I was pleased to help pass these bills.
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