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Virginia Pushes for Energy Transition
Official Press Release Government of Virginia:
Governor Northam Signs Clean Energy Legislation
Governor Ralph Northam is accelerating Virginia’s transition to clean energy by signing the Virginia Clean Economy Act and by amending the Clean Energy and Community Flood Preparedness Act that requires Virginia to join the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
“These new clean energy laws propel Virginia to leadership among the states in fighting climate change,” said Governor Northam. “They advance environmental justice and help create clean energy jobs. In Virginia, we are proving that a clean environment and a strong economy go hand-in-hand.” The Virginia Clean Economy Act was passed as House Bill 1526 and ... More: Official Press Release Government of Virginia
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