SB 9 An Act creating a next-generation roadmap for Massachusetts climate policy

SB 9 establishes a comprehensive framework for the state to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Central to this legislation is a series of progressively stricter emissions targets set for 2025, 2030, 2035, 2040, and 2045, with the goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. The roadmap plans required for each of these milestones are designed to be consistent with each other, cumulative in effect, and strategically aligned to meet the 2050 goal. The Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs, in consultation with relevant departments, is tasked with adopting these interim statewide emissions limits to ensure a cohesive and effective progression toward the long-term climate objective.

The draft framework for Massachusetts' clean heat standard outlines provisions that establish standards for full electrification projects, manage credit generation, and annual requirements for electricity, natural gas, heating oil, and propane.

SB 9 An Act creating a next-generation roadmap for Massachusetts climate policy

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