CT SB00178

Energy Conservation Management Board must consider economic impact of proposed projects and give preference to projects that maximize reduction of federally mandated congestion charges when developing comprehensive energy conservation plans.

Renewable Energy Investments Board must consider economic impact of proposed projects and prioritize projects that reduce federally mandated congestion charges in their comprehensive renewable energy plan.

Joint committee of Energy Conservation Management Board and Renewable Energy Investments Board shall examine opportunities to coordinate conservation and renewable energy programs while considering impact on the state's economy.

Both boards' comprehensive plans require Department of Public Utility Control approval through uncontested proceedings where the department may hold public hearings.

Effective date: July 1, 2010.