Vermont legislature passes a 100% renewable electricity mandate

Vermont just passed a 100% renewable electricity mandate Vermont today passed a bill that requires 100% renewable electricity across all the state's utilities by 2035, and it's expected to become law. Michelle Lewis Electrek

H.289, “An act relating to the Renewable Energy Standard,” was passed in both the State House and Senate today with veto-proof majorities. If Governor Phil Scott (R-VT) vetoes it, then it is expected to be overturned when the state legislature reconvenes in June for its veto override session. The bill has broad support from utilities and renewable developers.

Vermont has one of the least carbon-intensive electricity sectors of any state, but because it’s part of the New England grid that’s powered mainly by natural gas, it’s still consuming fossil fuels.

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