This bill amends current law to define "clean energy" as sources that emit minimal to no greenhouse gases, specifically including small-scale nuclear and renewable energy. This definition is incorporated into the Department of Energy's 10-year state energy strategy, which is updated to replace the term "renewable energy" with "clean energy." Additionally, the bill removes references to the energy efficiency and sustainable energy board from the strategy development process, streamlining the focus on clean energy sources.

The bill also mandates that the strategy development process consider relevant studies and plans from various organizations, including the independent system operator of New England and the public utilities commission, while excluding the previously mentioned energy efficiency and sustainable energy board. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of September 13, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 12-P:7-a
As Amended by the House: 12-P:7-a
As Amended by the Senate: 12-P:7-a
Version adopted by both bodies: 12-P:7-a
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 12-P:7-a