SBX8 34: Renewable Energy Fasttracking Bill
No. of Jobs
15,834
Category
Expanding jobs in the new economy
Proposal
This bill will expedite and prioritize state renewable energy projects.
Summary
Expedites planning, permitting, and approval of large-scale renewable energy projects in California. It will give priority to projects that can quickly create jobs and meet federal ARRA incentives within the next year.
Background
There are at least eleven renewable energy projects awaiting action by state energy agencies. These projects are eligible for federal ARRA funds if they are acted upon in a timely fashion. This means hundreds of millions of dollars to create new jobs, tax revenues, and clean energy for the state.
By expediting these projects at the California Energy Commission, the state can access billions of dollars in federal stimulus funds while creating thousands of new jobs.
