Tag: Renewable Energy

Sen. Hansen sponsors legislation to establish procurement policy for offshore wind farms

On the heels of historic commitments to expand its renewable energy portfolio and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Delaware took another major step toward a more sustainable future on Thursday with the introduction of a bill to establish a procurement policy for future offshore wind projects. […]

Sen. Hansen files bill to consolidate oversight, planning of Delaware’s future energy needs

Senate Bill 7, also known as the Delaware Energy Planning Act, will strengthen the ability of the State Energy Office to serve as a lead agency on a variety of climate and energy issues, including the buildout and resiliency of the statewide energy grid, review of emerging technologies, promotion of energy equity and monitoring the progress of our transition to renewable energy sources. […]

Senator McDowell unveils bill to bring Delaware closer to renewable future

Senator Harris McDowell on Tuesday unveiled a proposal to significantly increase our state’s use of renewable energy over the coming decade by expanding Delaware’s Renewable Portfolio Standard and creating a new community solar market. The draft bill is being released […]

Senate Passes Landmark Environmental Bills in Second Week of Session

DOVER – In just the second week of the 151st General Assembly, the Delaware State Senate passed major legislation aimed at protecting the environment and combating climate change. Sponsored by Sen. Stephanie Hansen, D-Middletown, both bills will now head the […]