Policy News & Notes

For news and analysis on the most important energy efficiency policy developments in the Northeast and beyond, read the latest issue of Highlights, published every other month.

Policy Tracking Update

For an up-to-date collection of policy changes, check out the Policy Tracking Updates posted regularly.

Jan 23, 2012

Energy Efficiency Policy Tracker

Happy 2012 everyone! As we head full steam into 2012, NEEP's Policy Team is keeping a close eye on five key policy developments that will have an impact on energy efficiency policy this year. See below the fold for the full post.

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Dec 1, 2011

Energy Efficiency Policy Tracker

State Policy Developments to Watch: Annual Efficiency Plans, New Jersey's Clean Energy Program update, New York's Utility Shareholder Incentive, and Maryland's New Building Codes
Key Facts and Figures: Expanded State Efficiency Program Benefits and Economic Benefits of RGGI
Worth Reading: Maryland PIRG on EmPower Maryland & Rocky Mountain Institute's Turbocharging Efficiency report

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Sep 30, 2011

Energy Efficiency Policy Tracker

State Policy Updates: Anti-RGGI Bill Defeated in NH; New 3-Year Efficiency Plans in Maryland; Connecticut and Vermont Energy Codes Updated
NEEP Resources: EM&V Forum Annual Public Meeting and Appliance Standards Comments
New Reports: RAP on Energy Efficiency and Peak Demand

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Jul 8, 2011

Energy Efficiency Policy Tracker

Connecticut: Connecticut finalizes SB 1243 (formerly SB 1). The Connecticut Mirror covers the opening of the new agency in this article. A concise summary of SB 1243 is available here.

Maine: Governor Paul LePage signed LD 1416 into law.

New York: The New York legislature ended its session by enacting a major new measure, the Power New York bill (A.8510/S.5844).
Battles over the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Continue

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Policy Tracking Resources

Here you can find current information on energy efficiency policy throughout the Northeast, including legislative and regulatory developments. You can also access current energy efficiency program plans and reports.