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VT S0065
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires energy efficiency utilities to prioritize greenhouse gas emissions reductions under 10 V.S.A. § 578 as the primary goal when evaluating programs, shifting from the previous "least-cost integrated planning" standard
- Mandates at least 25% of annual budget be targeted for residential services for low-to-moderate income customers, and at least 12.5% for small businesses and nonprofits
- Freezes the appointed energy efficiency entity's total annual budget from 2027-2030 at the inflation-adjusted 2026 Commission-approved level
- Expands scope of efficiency utilities to include electrification, active demand management, and energy storage programs alongside traditional conservation measures
- Allows retail electricity providers that are also appointed efficiency entities to use funds for transportation programs targeting high-consumption fuel users (over 1,000 gallons annually) and low-to-moderate income individuals transitioning to electric vehicles
Legislative Description
An act relating to energy efficiency utility jurisdiction
Last Action
Committed to Committee on Natural Resources and Energy on motion of Senator Baruth
4/1/2025
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources and Energy4/1/2025
Appropriations3/21/2025
Finance3/18/2025
Natural Resources and Energy2/11/2025
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